AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2025-89R, accepting the award of special commissioners in the amount of $408,500.00 in Cause No. 24CV-07636, Caldwell County Court at Law, in connection with the city's acquisition of a water line, wastewater line, and recycled water line easement and right-of-way along State Highway 80 between Old Bastrop Road and FM 110 from Mary Beth Harper a/k/a/ Mary Nance Harper, individually and as independent executor of the estate of Ray Stewart Harper, and Jaime Lynn Harper; authorizing the city's legal counsel to deposit such amount in the registry of the court and to pay associated costs on behalf of the city; and declaring an effective date.
Body
Meeting date: May 20, 2025
Department: Engineering & CIP
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $408,500.00
Account Number: C555
Funds Available: Yes
Account Name: Hwy 80 Lift St and 10-Inch Force Main
Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: Resolution 2024-83R authorizing the use of power of eminent domain.
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Background Information:
Based on the award of special commissioners in a condemnation proceeding, we request authorization for city to pay the landowner $408,500.00 for easement that is required for water, wastewater, and recycled water improvements.
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