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• • CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM 6A STAFF ORIGINATOR: Michael Grochala MEETING DATE: November 26, 2012 TOPIC: Consider Resolution No. 12 -117, Authorizing Land Acquisition, Otter Lake Road Extension VOTE REQUIRED: Simple Majority INTRODUCTION Staff is requesting council action to authorize acquisition of land for the Otter Lake Road Extension. BACKGROUND On May 23, 2011 the City Council authorized preparation of a feasibility study for the proposed improvements. The study was received by the Council on January 9, 2012. A public hearing on the proposed improvements was held on February 13, 2012. The Council took action at the February 27, 2012 meeting to authorize the preparation of a special benefit study and land acquisition appraisals. On March 12, 2012 the Council approved Resolution No. 12 -27 authorizing preparation of plans and specifications. The City Council took action on June 25, 2012 to order the improvement. As discussed at the November City Council work session, construction of the proposed roadway will require the acquisition of land and easements from two (2) abutting properties. Staff and representatives from WSB & Associates have been in contact with, or have personally met with, representatives of the Owners of each of the parcels. BRKW Appraisals Inc. has prepared appraisal reports for the properties. The appraisal data will be used to make offers to purchase the needed property. State law provides authority for cities to acquire property for public purpose through the use of eminent domain. However, prior to initiation of these proceedings, the City is required to make efforts to acquire the property through direct purchase. If this process is unsuccessfull, then the City will need to consider pursuing eminent domain. Based on the appraisal reports, the total land value being considered for acquisition is $140,900. It is anticipated that a portion of the property necessary for the improvements will be dedicated as part of a development proposal. Staff will be working concurrently with property owners to try and resolve outstanding issues