In Johnston, Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr. seized land through eminent domain to halt an affordable housing project and build a public safety complex. Property owners Ralph Santoro and Sal Compagnone, who planned to build affordable housing on the 30-acre property, are now fighting in state and federal courts to keep their land. The property has sentimental value to their families and has been in their possession since the 1980s. They envisioned constructing 250 apartments with rent starting at $1,800 per month.
Polisena is skeptical of their plans and believes the town needs new public safety facilities. He is confident in the town’s legal argument and intends to take the land through eminent domain. The owners, despite being offered $775,000, refuse to give up their property and are determined to see their affordable housing project come to fruition. The legal battle continues as both sides stand firm in their positions.
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