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Consider and take action on a resolution determining that land is needed for the construction and improvements associated with the DR1902 Deer Ridge Drive Buy-out & Overland Flow Improvements, DR1902 Oaks of Clear Creek Phase 1 (Bradshaw Ditch), and DR 2001A Oaks of Clear Creek Phase 2 (Detention Pond) Projects in the City of League City, Texas, specifically a tract of land containing 1.1030 acres believed to be owned by Silk Road Properties LLC and authorizing the institution of eminent domain proceedings (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 use of eminent domain powers, if necessary, for the acquisition of real property interests in the properties.
The DR1902 Deer Ridge Drive Buy-out & Overland Flow Improvements, DR1902 Oaks of Clear Creek Phase 1 (Bradshaw Ditch Improvements), and DR2001A Oaks of Clear Creek Phase 2 (Detention Pond) projects will reduce long-term repetitive losses within the Oaks of Clear Creek Subdivision. The purchase and removal of one home on Deer Ridge Dr. will provide an open space that will ensure proper drainage for the subdivision by redirecting the water into Bradshaw Ditch. In addition, a proposed storm water detention facility for the subdivision will be designed in accordance with the City of League City Design Standards.
The construction of Phase 1 is anticipated to begin in the first quarter of 2021, pending land acquisition.
The property was appraised and an offer letter for the appraised value was mailed on September 14, 2020. The property owner submitted a counteroffer requesting substantially more than the City’s offer. One of the steps to move forward with the acquisition of land, if there is no agreement on price, is to declare eminent domain.
Attachments:
1. Data Sheet
2. Proposed Resolution
3. Exhibit A: Property Description
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