SUBJECT:
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Request Approval of a Resolution Authorizing Acquisition of Real Property Interests by Gift, Purchase, or Eminent Domain for the SW/NW 80th/70th Avenue Road Improvement Project in Marion County, Florida
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Matthew G. Minter, County Attorney |
County Attorney |
DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
On October 21, 2025, the Board approved Resolution 25-R-430 for the acquisition of interests in real properties related to the SW/NW 80th/70th Avenue Road Improvement Project. Further, on November 18, 2025, the Board approved Resolution 25-R-490 for the acquisition of additional interests in real properties related to the same project. This new resolution includes an additional 15 parcels that are necessary for the project, for which we have not yet been able to acquire by negotiation. The County is seeking to acquire the project parcels to construct road improvements related to the SW/NW 80th/70th Avenue Road Improvement Project, which will widen the north and south bound lanes of NW/SW 80th Avenue, relieving traffic flow on Highway 40, NW/SW 80th Avenue, and surrounding collector roads. The resolution provides for acquisition either by negotiation, based on binding offers from the County for up to 140% of the full compensation values determined by our appraiser, or eminent domain. If negotiations are unsuccessful, then the resolution authorizes proceeding with acquisition by eminent domain. Florida Statutes require the adoption of a resolution authorizing the acquisition of property by eminent domain, and this resolution will satisfy that requirement.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
Budget impact is currently indeterminate but is initially based on the County’s appraisals. The amount for the 15 acquisition parcels included in this resolution is a combined total of $757,000. If litigation is required, the final value determinations will be made by a jury trial, and the County will be responsible for statutory attorney fees and expert costs as well.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Motion to approve and authorize the Chairman and Clerk to execute the resolution.
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