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School District vs Church Over Land | Portland News
The Lake Oswego School District is moving forward with eminent domain to seize land recently bought by SouthLake Church, citing urgent needs for parking and educational space — a move sparking tension as church members fear being pushed out and liken the situation to a slow boil. The district’s initial $3.4M offer was undercut by the church’s $3.25M purchase, heightening community friction. While the district insists this is a necessary, cost-saving solution, the church, rooted in the area for over 40 years, seeks compromise and harmony. The school board retains the power to stop the process…
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