Title
Consider and take action on a resolution determining a public necessity to acquire real property interests in certain properties for the Grissom Road Reconstruction Project (RE1702G), and authorizing the use of eminent domain powers for the acquisition of real property interests in the properties (Director of Budget & Project Management)
Background:
If approved, this resolution establishes the public necessity to acquire real property interests in certain properties, and authorizes the uses of eminent domain powers, if necessary, for the acquisition of real property interests in the properties.
Grissom Road reconstruction project replaces approximately 5,600 feet of an existing two-lane rural open ditch roadway with a four-lane divided urban roadway. It will provide a pedestrian sidewalk, as well as drainage mitigation required for increased runoff. This project will also include approximately 5,000 feet of 12-inch waterline from the North Service Area Booster Station to West NASA Road. The boundary of this project will run from Abigail Lane to the West NASA Road/Grissom Road intersection.
Currently, the City is reviewing 100% plans and in the process of relocating the electrical service for the lift station near Challenger Park. Construction is anticipated to begin in FY2021 pending land acquisition.
Staff continues discussions with property owners to acquire the property necessary for the reconstruction of Grissom Road. One of the steps to move forward with the acquisition of land, if there is no agreement on price, is to declare eminent domain. Prior to filing an eminent domain case, Council will be apprised of the status of the land negotiations and staff’s recommendation to file the case.
Attachments:
1. Data Sheet
2. Proposed Resolution
3. Exhibit A: Proposed Easement Survey
4. Aerial Map
Funding:
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