Cranbury Farmer Fights to Save Ancestral Land from Eminent Domain

Cranbury, New Jersey - A local farmer, Andy, aged in his 70s, faces the potential loss of his family's ancestral land in Cranbury, New Jersey, as the Town Council reportedly moves to acquire his property through eminent domain. The farm, which has been continuously owned by Andy's family since the 1850s, including through periods like the Great Depression and World War II, is slated for development into low-income housing. According to a video released by Clare Dunn, the Town Council informed Andy in late April of their intent to seize his land. Critics argue that the proposed development site is unsuitable, lacking essential amenities such as jobs, public transportation, and sidewalks, which would pose significant challenges for future residents. "There is no real benefit for putting in low-income housing where people can't even get to and from any kind of job they may have," stated Dunn in her video. The local government's decision has sparked concerns among residents and advocates who question the necessity and justification for using eminent domain in this case, especially given the farm's long history and the lack of immediate infrastructure to support new housing in the area. Efforts are underway to rally public support to save Andy's farm.

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