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 Segment 1A Road Improvement Project in Marion County, Florida
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INITIATOR: |
DEPARTMENT: |
Matthew G. Minter, County Attorney |
County Attorney |
DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
One resolution is presented for Board approval for the acquisition of an interest in real property as to which we have not yet been able to acquire by negotiations. The County is seeking to acquire the parcel to construct road improvements related to the SW NW 80th 70th Avenue Segment 1A Road Improvement Project, which will widen the North and South bound lanes of NW/SW 80th Avenue, relieving traffic flow on both Hwy 40 and 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 120% 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 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 appraisal. The amount for the acquisition parcel included in this resolution is $2,000.00. 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 the Resolution and authorize the Chairman and the Clerk of Court to execute same.
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