Lawsuit
Summary
The Goldwater Institute is taking Phoenix to court over a sketchy discounted land sale, arguing the city isn't playing fair with public property. This lawsuit could completely change how our local government handles selling off city-owned land.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Impact analysis
Taxpayers could end up footing the bill for legal defense fees, and future city land deals might have to be sold at higher, market-rate prices.
Taxpayers and transparency advocates win if this forces the city to stop handing out sweetheart real estate deals on public land.
City officials and developers who rely on behind-the-scenes discounts are definitely sweating right now.
Mentions & discussions (3)
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Goldwater Institute sues Phoenix over discounted land sale
Goldwater Institute sues Phoenix over discounted land sale The Center Square
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