HomeMy WebLinkAboutVI (C1) Discussion/ Action re: Proposed Public Works Facility: Aquisition of 370 Enterprise Street for Proposed Public Works Facility Ocoee Agenda 8-19-97
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RICHARD W. CORWIN
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
560 FLEWELLING AVE. •OCOEE,FL 34761
PHONE(407)877-8420•FAX(407)877-0392
STAFF REPORT
DATE: August 8, 1997
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
FROM: Richard Corwin, Public Works Director
RE: Acquisition of New Public Works Facility
ISSUE:
To proceed with the acquisition of the facility at 370 Enterprise Street for the use
as the new Public Works Facility.
BACKGROUND:
Following an extensive search for a new Public Works Facility site the former
Ron Allen Trucking Facility was identified as a desirable central location for the
proposed new Public Works Facility.
Commission approval was given during the May 20th regular Commission
meeting to proceed with negotiations with the property owners for the purchase
of the property located at 370 Enterprise Street. These negotiations were
conducted by the City Attorney and a signed agreement has been executed.
Upon review of other available sites we conclude this to be the most economical
and central location for the new Public Works Facility.
RECOMMENDATION:
We recommend proceeding with the acquisition of this property for use as the
new Public Works Facility.
Rc/
cc: Ellis Shapiro, City Manager
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"CENTER OF GOOD LIVING-PRIDE OF WEST ORANGE" MAYOR•COMMISSIONER
S. SCOTT VANDERGRIFT
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COMMISSIONERS
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CITY MANAGER
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: August 7, 1997
TO: Richard Corwin, Public Works Director
FROM: James W. Shira, P.E.
City Engineer/Utilities Director
SUBJECT: Public Works Facility
Over the past several months, you and I have looked at several potential sites for the new public
works facility. After evaluating all of these sites, it is my opinion that the site located at 370
Enterprise Street is the most viable for several reasons:
1. The site is nearly completely paved and has an existing metal building that is in good
condition.
2. There are no drainage problems that I can see, since the site is entirely paved. No other St.
Johns River Water Management District permits will be required.
3. The site is available immediately and there will be no problem with your crews moving onto
the site as soon as title is transferred. All of the other sites require 3-6 months for
construction improvements before they would be available for your use.
4. The parcel to the west of this site will be available for purchase. If the city can also acquire
this parcel, I believe you will have enough property for any further expansion you may
require for the next 15 years.
In summary, I do not believe there are any other sites that we have examined that are better
suited for your use. This site is available almost immediately. Immediate occupancy of this site
will also allow immediate demolition of the existing public works facility which will facilitate
immediate construction of the much needed parking area at the ball fields.
If you need any further information from me, let me know.
jbw .
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