The Town of Ridgway is pursuing eminent domain proceedings to create a pathway for students to access Ridgway Secondary School from River Park subdivision. The private property shown here with the âno trespassingâ signs is at 539 Marion Overlook, just south of the school. Erin McIntyre â Ouray County Plaindealer
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Ridgway may condemn part of property for trail
The Ridgway Town Council has authorized town staff to pursue eminent domain proceedings to acquire an easement to create a trail between the River Park subdivision and Ridgway Secondary School.
The pathway has long been used by students as a shortcut, but is located on private property at 539 Marion Overlook. It’s currently blocked by a fence, and marked with three signs, which say “no trespassing,” “keep out” and “no public access.”
“There’s an unauthorized trail from River Park...