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Consideration of a request by Engineering Division for approval of a Relocation Order and Acquisition Plat for the Wisconsin Avenue Multi-Use Path Project, CIP #2309
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Submitted by:
Mike Steiner, Assistant City Engineer
Department
Public Works - Engineering Division
A. Issue
Approval of a Relocation Order and Acquisition Plat for the Wisconsin Avenue Multi-Use Path Project, CIP #2309
B. Background/Options
The Wisconsin Avenue Multi-Use Path project, from Honey Creek Parkway to Mayfair Road to Potter Road, is currently in design and is planned to be constructed in 2027. This project is partially funded by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT).
In order to build the path along this corridor and match path widths and grades, the City needs to obtain a small portion of permanent land from 2 adjacent properties, permanent limited easements from 3 adjacent property owners, and temporary limited easements from 14 adjacent property owners. The permanent and permanent limited easement areas will contain the new path and turf areas restored in kind. The areas graded within the temporary limited easements will be restored in kind.
Attached is the proposed Relocation Order with an Acquisition Plat exhibit. The exhibit includes a Schedule of Lands and Interests Required for each of the properties. Legal descriptions for the properties are included.
Following approval and issuance of the Relocation Order by the Common Council, the consultant team working on the project will prepare the appropriate appraisals to establish the value of the acquisition areas.
C. Strategic Plan (Area of Focus)
Priority 2: Public Safety, Goal 2 - Proactively address pedestrian, bicycle and vehicular safety.
Priority 3: Infrastructure, Goal 2 - Ensure the City's infrastructure supports public health through multi-modal transportation and recreational opportunities.
D. Fiscal Impact
The cost of the acquisitions is included within the capital budget. The e...
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