LEGISLATIVE ACTION ITEM
SPONSOR: Ashton J. Hayward, III, Mayor
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TRANSFER OF FIVE FLAGS MEMORIAL PARK TO THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
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RECOMMENDATION:
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That the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed transferring the Five Flags Memorial Park to the State of Florida Department of Transportation and to enter into an agreement with the State for appropriate replacement signage. 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 property.
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HEARING REQUIRED: No Hearing Required
SUMMARY:
As the construction of the replacement Pensacola Bay Bridge proceeds, it is necessary to transfer ownership of the Five Flags Memorial Park land to the State of Florida Department of Transportation in order for the State to begin construction of the landfall traffic flow. The State has agreed to erect appropriate signage to be approved by the City, identifying entry into the City of Pensacola from the new Bay Bridge.
PRIOR ACTION:
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FUNDING:
None
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The State of Florida Department of Transportation will incur all costs associated with this transfer and replacement signage.
CITY ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes
10/30/2018
STAFF CONTACT:
Keith Wilkins, City Administrator
Brian Cooper, Parks and Recreation Director
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Resolution No. 18-55
2) Agreement between the State of Florida Department of Transportation and the City of Pensacola
3) Quitclaim Deed
4) Donation of Property to the Florida Department of Transportation
5) Signage Commitment by Florida Department of Transportation
6) Use and Occupancy Agreement
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