Outer Loop Utility Condemnation Litigation
Summary
The city has hired hydrologists and legal counsel for a condemnation hearing later this month involving a proposed gas pipeline through the Schoenthal property; the matter was also discussed in closed session.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city is spending on legal counsel and hydrologists to defend against the condemnation.
Residents concerned about the pipeline route through the Schoenthal property.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council - Aug 5, 2026
In closed session, the council settled the Outer Loop Utility condemnation case by authorizing the mayor to execute a pipeline easement agreement.
City Council - Jul 1, 2026
The council met behind closed doors with its attorney on the Outer Loop Utility, LLC v. City of Garden Ridge condemnation case. No action was reported afterward.
City Council - Jun 17, 2026
The city has been fighting a condemnation lawsuit with Outer Loop Utility over a utility easement. Council met in closed session with its attorney, then voted to let the mayor, city manager, and city attorney accept a settlement and easement — subject to ratification by the full council.
City Council - Jun 3, 2026
The city has hired hydrologists and legal counsel for a condemnation hearing later this month involving a proposed gas pipeline through the Schoenthal property; the matter was also discussed in closed session.
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