United States v. 215.7 Acres of Land in Kent County, Del.

MEMORANDUM OPINION

LATCHUM, Senior District Judge.

I. INTRODUCTION

This case arises out of the condemnation by the United States (the “Government”) of property near Dover, Delaware, for expansion of the Dover Air Force Base. 1 At issue is some 217.5 acres of property which was owned by Francis and Margaret Bergold. The Bergolds lived on part of the property for some thirty-five years, and operated it as a farm. They have requested a jury trial to determine the compensation they are entitled to for the taking.

Presently there are two motions before the Court. The Government has moved for a ruling…