LEGISLATIVE ACTION ITEM
SPONSOR: Ashton J. Hayward, III, Mayor
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LAND EXCHANGE AGREEMENT - PENSACOLA SOCCER COMPLEX
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RECOMMENDATION:
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That City Council authorize a land exchange of a portion of city-owned real property located at 2130 Summit Boulevard, parcel reference number 331S307103000000, account number 033540010 with improved real property owned by the Young Men’s Christian Association of Northwest Florida, Inc. located at 3215 Langley Avenue, parcel reference number 131S292102000001, account number 012324010 to further the development of a soccer complex. Further that City Council declare the city-owned property surplus and deem such exchange a valid municipal purpose. Finally, that City Council authorize the Mayor to take all action necessary for the exchange of the properties including but not limited to obtaining an appraisal, dividing and a survey of the properties.
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HEARING REQUIRED: No Hearing Required
SUMMARY:
To facilitate the potential development of a Pensacola Soccer Complex and to better accommodate significant anticipated growth of the youth sports soccer program, City staff approached the Young Men’s Christian Association of Northwest Florida, Inc. located at 3215 Langley Avenue to determine their interest in pursuing a land exchange. The City received a letter from the Young Men’s Christian Association of Northwest Florida, Inc. indicating their interest to explore efforts to better address community needs through this land exchange.
Current available city-owned property cannot accommodate the field space needed for three soccer fields. Regulation soccer fields are built to a standard of 120 yards x 70 yards. Acquisition of the Langley property will advance the goal of developing a soccer complex that accommodates future growth. A replacement dog park can also be accommodated at the Roger Scott Complex. Property owners within a 300 ft radius have been notified in accordance with the disposition policy for city-owned properties.
PRIOR ACTION:
September 20, 2017 - City Council approved the FY 2018 Budget which included $500,000 of LOST IV funds to facilitate a soccer complex at Mallory Heights Park #2 (Goya).
September 19, 2018 - City Council approved the FY 2019 Budget which included $700,000 of LOST IV funds to facilitate a soccer complex at Mallory Heights Park #2 (Goya).
FUNDING:
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FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding in the amount of $1.2 million has been appropriated in the Local Option Sales Tax Fund in order to provide a soccer complex. There are sufficient funds to pay for costs associated with the exchange of property such as surveys, appraisals, fees and closing costs.
CITY ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes
10/26/2018
STAFF CONTACT:
Keith Wilkins, City Administrator
Brian Cooper, Parks and Recreation
Rebecca Ferguson, Economic Policy Coordinator
ATTACHMENTS:
1) 2130 Summit - Letter of Interest
2) 2130 Summit - Property record
3) 3215 Langley - Property record
4) 2130 Summit - Map
5) 3215 Langley - Map
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