AGENDA CAPTION:
Title
Consider approval of Resolution 2018-142R, approving a contract with the San Marcos River Foundation, Inc. for the City to purchase approximately 249 acres of land, commonly referred to as the "Millican Tract," in the vicinity of Palomino Lane and Country Estates drive for a price of $3,062,700.00 to be reimbursed through a partially forgivable loan from the Texas Water Development Board; authorizing the City Manager to execute said contract and related closing documents on behalf of the City; and declaring an effective date.
Body
Meeting date: August 7, 2018
Department: Eng/CIP
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $3,062,700
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Account Name: TWDB CWSRF Loan proceeds
Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: Discussion and approval to apply for Texas Water Development Board funds to purchase the tract.
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Background Information:
This action is approving a contract with the San Marcos River Foundation for the purchase of the 248 acre "Millican Tract". In February 2017 the San Marcos River Foundation (SMRF) approache...
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