STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Economic and Neighborhood Vitality
AGENDA DATE: November 11, 2020
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S):|910|DEPARTMENT: Department of Sustainable Development and Construction
EXECUTIVE: Dr. Eric A. Johnson
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SUBJECT
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Authorize the second step of acquisition for condemnation by eminent domain to acquire a tract of land containing approximately 7,799 square feet from Mesquite Landfill TX LP, located near the intersection of Kleberg Road and C.F. Hawn Freeway for the Southwest 120/96-inch Water Transmission Pipeline Project - Not to exceed $21,562.00 ($19,498.00, plus closing costs and title expenses not to exceed $2,064.00) - Financing: Water Capital Improvement D Fund
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BACKGROUND
This item authorizes the second step of acquisition for condemnation by eminent domain to acquire a tract of land containing approximately 7,799 square feet located near the intersection of Kleberg Road and C.F. Hawn Freeway, from Mesquite Landfill TX LP. An offer was presented to the property owner on April 28, 2020 and the City's offer was declined.
The first resolution approved on June 23, 2010, by Resolution No. 10-1619, authorized the purchase in the amount of $19,498.00.
This acquisition is part of the Long Range Water Master Plan and the Water Distribution Master Plan. The water transmission main is required to facilitate conveyance of treated water to the South and Southwest portions of Dallas and its customer cities. Installation of approximately 32 miles of 96-inch and 120-inch water transmission pipeline is needed to meet near term critical demands associated with the population growth as determined through master planning efforts. The overall pipeline is sized to meet future water demands. The consideration is based on an independent appraisal. There are no relocation benefits associated.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
On June 23, 2010, City Council authorized acquisit...
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