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A Resolution authorizing the use of a Possession and Use Agreement and Eminent Domain to acquire real property and a temporary construction easement, on real property owned by 7-ELEVEN, Inc. using PPRTA funds for the Dublin Boulevard Improvements - Peterson Road to Marksheffel Road Project
Presenter:
Gayle Sturdivant, PE, PMP, City Engineer/Deputy Public Works Director
Kellie Billingsley, Real Estate Services Manager
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Summary:
Resolution would authorize the use of possession and use agreements and/or eminent domain to acquire real property and a temporary construction easement from 7-ELEVEN Inc (the "Property Owner") needed in connection with the Dublin Boulevard Improvements - Peterson Road to Marksheffel Road Project ("Project"). The Project and property acquisition would be funded by the Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority ("PPRTA").
Background:
The Project was identified by the PPRTA as an "A-list" priority project. The PPRTA committed funding for the Project, which commenced construction in May 2023, and is anticipated to be completed in December 2026.
The City seeks to acquire approximately 0.022 acres (960 square feet) in fee simple for permanent right-of-way and approximately 0.032 acres (1,408 square feet) for a temporary construction easement (collectively, the "Property") needed for the Project from a Property Owner. The Property is located at 6495 Issaquah Drive and is located at the southeast corner of Dublin Boulevard and Issaquah Drive. Acquisition of this Property is necessary to support planned Project improvements and related public infrastructure.
The City provided the Property Owner with a Notice of Intent to Acquire the Property on February 11, 2025. It was subsequently sent to the Corporation's registered agent on March 7, 2025. Pursuant to Chapter 9 of The City of Colorado Springs Procedure Manual for the Acquisition and Disposition of Real Property Interests, Revised 2021 ("RES Manual"), the City secured a...
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