HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 208-19 - Resolution Approving Condemnation of 18th Ave and 55th St NW
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, it is necessary for the City of Rochester to acquire certain lands or interests in the area
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of 18 Avenue N.W. and 55 St N.W., and,
WHEREAS, the right of title and possession of the lands or interests in lands necessary for the
projects must be acquired by the City for a turn lane and pedestrian path; and,
WHEREAS, the City had previously negotiated access to the property and the necessary
improvements have already been constructed; and,
WHEREAS, the construction will improve traffic flow and safety for motorists and pedestrians
traveling on area roads and pedestrian paths, and constitutes a lawful and public purpose; and,
WHEREAS, construction of the project is already complete and therefore acquisition of such
property is needed as soon as is legally possible.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Rochester that the
City direct the City Attorney to initiate, in the name of the City of Rochester, appropriate proceedings
pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 117, including the 90-day “quick take” proceeding, in order to
acquire any interests or interests in lands necessary which cannot be otherwise obtained voluntarily,
needed to be used as public right-of-way for the improvements that have already been completed on the
property.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROCHESTER, MINNESOTA, THIS __________ DAY OF ______________, 2019.
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PRESIDENT OF SAID COMMON COUNCIL
ATTEST: __________________________
CITY CLERK
APPROVED THIS _____ DAY OF _____________________, 2019.
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MAYOR OF SAID CITY
(Seal of the City of
Rochester, Minnesota)
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