Title
Resolution to Authorize the Acquisition, by Negotiation or Condemnation, of Permanent Drainage Easements, Pursuant to § 25.1-100, Et Seq. of the Code of Virginia of 1950, as Amended, From Portions of 51 Mary Peake Boulevard (LRSN 3004056), 53 Mary Peake Boulevard (LRSN 3004057), and 73 Mary Peake Boulevard (LRSN 3004084) for the Mary Peake Drainage Project
Purpose
PURPOSE/BACKGROUND:
The Mary Peake Outfall Ditch is a major drainage ditch that carries stormwater runoff to Newmarket Creek from Mercury Boulevard and properties south of Mercury Boulevard. It also crosses through a portion of the historic Aberdeen Gardens community, along the rear lots west of Mary Peake Boulevard.
After receiving complaints from some Mary Peak area residents about flooding in this area, Public Works hired engineering consultant, URS (now AECOM) to conduct a watershed study, which revealed the Mary Peake Outfall Ditch is a source of flooding in the area because the ditch is undersized and in poor condition.
The proposed project will increase the capacity of the ditch by removing existing silt, widening the bottom, flattening the bank slopes, and removing trees that currently block the channel and impede access for maintenance. A permanent grass access drive will be created on the east side of the ditch to provide for construction access and future maintenance. Additionally, it was discovered that portions of the ditch do not have recorded easements on file.
The project and proposed drainage improvements require easements from 24 parcels. Acquisitions began in October of 2015, and 21 of the 24 have been finalized. However, despite negotiation efforts, the City has been unable to reach final agreements with the following landowners of three (3) parcels:
Part of LRSN: 3004056
Owner: Heirs of Edward P. and Ruth Mason
Property Description: 51 Mary Peake Boulevard
Proposed Acquisition: Permanent Drainage Easement = 2,250 S.F.
Status: Edward and Ruth Mason died i...
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