SUBJECT: PROPERTY: AMENDING Ordinance Number 2017-507 passed on July 19, 2017, to include the acquisition of the redesigned Parcel AY16-066 for the HOUSTON HEIGHTS, JOHN BRASHEAR, and MEMORIAL HEIGHTS PAVING AND DRAINAGE PROJECT by dedication, purchase, or condemnation.
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RECOMMENDATION: (Summary)
It is recommended City Council Amend Ordinance Number 2017-507 passed on July 19, 2017, to authorize and approve the acquisition of the redesigned Parcel AY16-066 for the HOUSTON HEIGHTS, JOHN BRASHEAR, and MEMORIAL HEIGHTS PAVING AND DRAINAGE PROJECT by dedication, purchase, or condemnation.
SPECIFIC EXPLANATION:
This project is designed to replace existing streets and water lines in the area that have deteriorated beyond economical repair and normal maintenance. This project is required to meet City of Houston safety standards, improve traffic circulation, mobility, and drainage in the service area.
By Ordinance Number 2017-507, City Council authorized and approved the acquisition of Parcels by dedication, purchase, or condemnation for the HOUSTON HEIGHTS, JOHN BRASHEAR, and MEMORIAL HEIGHTS PAVING AND DRAINAGE PROJECT. Since that ordinance was passed, design changes were made to Parcel AY16-066.
Therefore, it is recommended that Council Ordinance Number 2017-507 be amended to reflect the redesign of Parcel AY16-066.
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Carol Ellinger Haddock, P.E.
Director
Houston Public Works