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Consider and take action on a resolution determining that land is needed for the construction and improvements associated with the Oaks of Clear Creek Post Harvey Drainage Project (DR2101) in the City of League City, Texas, specifically a tract of land believed to be owned by Motel Properties, L.P., and authorizing the institution of eminent domain proceedings (Executive Director of Capital Projects)
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.
In the aftermath of the Hurricane Harvey flooding, City Staff had a Hydrologic & Hydraulic (H&H) Study of areas within the Benson Bayou Watershed and the Oaks of Clear Creek Subdivision performed. In March 2018, a public meeting was held to share the preliminary findings of the study and to discuss potential improvements to help reduce flooding within this area. In August 2018, the final report was presented to City Council during a Council Work Session. One of the areas of concern discussed during the public meeting and Council presentation was the lack of detention within the area - specifically for the Oaks of Clear Creek Subdivision where structural inundation can occur during 1% exceedance rainfall events. Based on the H&H Study, City Staff created a potential drainage improvement project. This project was included as part of a list of potential drainage projects outlined on the City's 2019 General Obligation Bond Referendum. The consultant has completed the Preliminary Drainage Report (PDR) and it is currently under review.
Staff continues discussions with the property owner to acquire the property necessary for the Oaks of Clear Creek Post Harvey Drainage Project (DR2101). One of the steps to move forward with the acquisition of land, if there is no agreement on price, is to declare eminent dom...
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