Title
Resolution to Authorize the Acquisition, by Negotiation or Condemnation, of 1,350 Square Feet (0.031 Acre), More or Less, for a Temporary Construction Easement from a Portion of the Common Area of the Property Located at 100 Bridge Street (LRSN 13000211) Owned by Bridge Street Condominium Association, Inc. for the Replacement of Bridge Street Bridge Project, City Project No. 07-010
Purpose
PURPOSE/BACKGROUND:
The Bridge Street bridge, which spans Salters Creek, was built in 1934 and since October 2001 had been classified as structurally deficient per the Virginia Department of Transportation (“VDOT”) standards. The bridge underwent a major rehabilitation in 1995, which included posting a maximum weight limit of 6 tons, in an effort to extend its life until the bridge could be replaced. The Replacement of Bridge Street Bridge Project (the “Project”) was approved in the City’s fiscal year 2007 capital improvement plan. Council adopted a resolution in May 2008 requesting the designation of the Project as a VDOT project. The project administration agreement was executed in December 2010.
The Project initially required two temporary construction easements, which acquisitions began in July, 2014. Construction of the Project began in July, 2016. Upon construction, it was discovered that an additional temporary construction easement (totaling 1,350 square feet) from a portion of the common area of 100 Bridge Street (LRSN 13000211), owned by Bridge Street Condominium Association, Inc., is required. The owner has concerns which fall outside of the designated temporary construction easement area; therefore, staff is unable to reach an agreement at this time but will continue to work toward a resolution.
If this acquisition is not obtained in a timely manner, construction will be delayed or stopped; and the City risks losing reimbursement from VDOT, which may total up to $1,190,000.00 or having to reimburse monies already received, which total approximate...
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