Presenter/Contact
Presenter
Matthew Eckmann, Assistant Director of Public Works
Contact Info
(830) 221-4089 - meckmann@newbraunfels.gov
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SUBJECT:
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Approval of an expenditure of up to $150,000 for the acquisition of the necessary right-of-way from 2 parcels of land along Goodwin Lane between FM 306 and Conrads Road between Goodwin Lane and IH-35 as part of the Goodwin/Conrads Roadway Improvements Project and authorization for the City Manager to execute all necessary conveyance documents.
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BACKGROUND / RATIONALE:
The Goodwin/Conrads Improvements Project is one of the approved projects in Proposition 1 of the City of New Braunfels 2019 Bond Program. The project will improve the current roadway, improve the low water crossing and provide for the addition fo sidewalks.
In order to accomplish this project, it is necessary to acquire the right-of-way described in the list attached to this item. Initial offers were sent to property owners in late August 2022 and staff has been negotiating with property owners to reach agreements for the purchase of right-of-way and any damages for improvements (fencing, landscaping, etc) that will be affected by the acquisition.
The above expenditure shall be utilized to cover the acquisition amount plus necessary title closing costs with Corridor Title Company.
ADDRESSES A NEED/ISSUE IN A CITY PLAN OR COUNCIL PRIORITY:
FISCAL IMPACT:
Right-of-way acquisition costs were incorporated into the project budget. Therefore, sufficient 2019 bond program funds are available to support this cost.
Recommendation
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.