1. INITIAL PROCEEDINGS
Milwaukee. After the city council passes an ordinance authorizing the taking of land by eminent domain, there must be first, a finding by a jury of 12 that the taking is necessary for public use; second, a hearing before the board of public works on the question of damages; and third, there may be an appeal from this hearing to a jury which reviews the entire evidence. The following docket entries were made in a normal street opening case:
Sept. 30, 1907, first resolution of common council referred to committee.
Oct. 14, 1907, first resolution adopted by common council.
Oct. 15, 1907, first resolution approved by mayor.
Oct. 28, 1907, second resolution adopted and approved.
Feb. 17, 1908, third resolution adopted and approved.
May 7, 1908, proof of publication and service of resolution on land owners returned to court.
May 16, 1908, list of owners filed.
May 23, 1908, jury sworn and premises viewed.