Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Authorizing the Execution of Documents for the Acquisition of Easements and the Consideration of the Use of Eminent Domain to Condemn Property for the Construction of Utility Lines Along US 380 (University) from about Red Bud Drive Continuing East for Approximately 4,600 Feet and Along a Portion of Custer Road Commencing Approximately 300 Feet South of its Intersection with University and Continuing South for Approximately 1,000 Feet in Association with the US 380 Water Line Improvements Project (WA4415)
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Operational Excellence
(2B: Balance available resources to accommodate the growth and maintenance needs of the city)
MEETING DATE: August 6, 2018
DEPARTMENT: Development Services/Engineering
CONTACT: Michael Hebert, PE, Assistant Director of Engineering
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
* Approval of Resolution using a motion in a form substantially similar to the following:
"I move that we approve this item as written and authorize the use of the power of eminent domain to acquire all necessary easements from property owners, generally indicated on the attached property locator map, for the construction of utility lines generally known as the US 380 Water Line Improvements Project."
ITEM SUMMARY:
* This item provides authority to the City Manager to execute documents for the acquisition of utility easements (UE) and temporary construction easements (TCE); and the use of eminent domain to condemn property to complete the construction of a portion of the US 380 Water Line along University from about Red Bud Drive continuing east for approximately 4,600 feet and along a portion of Custer Road commencing approximately 300 feet south of its intersection with University and continuing south for approximately 1,000 feet (Project).
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
* The City of McKinney Capital Improvements Program includes funds needed for the construction of 12-inch, 16-inch and 24-inch water ...
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