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County Attorney's Report 11. 1.

BCC Regular Meeting

Discussion

Meeting Date:	01/18/2018
Issue: Approval of ECUA's Request to Exercise its Power of Eminent Domain
From:	Stephen West
Department:	County Attorney's Office
CAO Approval:

RECOMMENDATION:

Recommendation Concerning Approval of ECUA's Request to Exercise its Power of Eminent Domain to Acquire Property at 400 Well Line Road.

That the Board consider whether to adopt a resolution approving the request of the Emerald Coast Utilities Authority (ECUA) to exercise its power of eminent domain to acquire property at 400 Well Line Road.

BACKGROUND:

ECUA has been unable to reach an agreement with the owner of unimproved land at 400 Well Line Road. The property is needed to replace and upgrade ECUA's Lift Station 143. Further background information on ECUA's request is described in the attached letter dated December 14, 2017 from Lois Benson, Chairman of ECUA's Board of Directors.

Pursuant to Chapter 2001-324, Laws of Florida, ECUA has the power of eminent domain. However, as a condition precedent to instituting eminent domain proceedings, ECUA must receive approval from the governing body of the jurisdiction where the property is located.

BUDGETARY IMPACT:

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LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:

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PERSONNEL:

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POLICY/REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION:

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IMPLEMENTATION/COORDINATION:

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Attachments
Resolution
ECUA Letter dated December 14, 2017