The EASEMENT ACQUISITIONS FOR 108-INCH WATER LINE FROM VICKERY TO MILNER ROAD PROJECT provides for the design and construction of transmission and distribution lines to convey treated water from surface water facilities. This project is part of the City’s regionalization program and is in compliance with the Harris-Galveston Subsidence District requirement to implement the City’s long-range water supply plan. The subject water line easement parcel is needed for the Northeast Transmission Line segment of the program.
This matter involves the purchase of a permanent easement containing 68,867 square feet. The property is located at 3300 North Sam Houston Parkway East and is owned by Hydril USA Distribution, LLC (“Landowner”).
The Landowner initially rejected the City’s final offer of $209,118.00 to purchase the easement due to a disagreement over various provisions of the purchase agreement. The matter was referred to the Legal Department to initiate eminent domain proceedings. After filing an eminent domain petition, the parties entered negotiations and were able to reconcile their differences and resolve all issues and matters in controversy. The Landowner signed a deed in lieu of condemnation for a consideration amount equal to Houston Public Works’ final offer of $209,118.00. Consequently, litigation is no longer pending.
It is recommended that the City Attorney be authorized by Motion to purchase the permanent easement for the consideration amount of $209,118.00. Funding will be provided by a previously approved blanket Appropriation Ordinance.
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Ronald C. Lewis, City Attorney
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Carol Ellinger Haddock, P.E.
Director, Houston Public Works