Board delays 3C Rentals Main Street redevelopment decision after missing utility easement emerges
Summary
Board members agreed to pause any enforcement and seek documentation after staff said there appeared to be no recorded easement for a utility pole at the 3C Rentals Main Street site; the developer originally quoted $35,000 for relocation and later reduced that to $28,000, and the board asked staff to prepare a written addendum if needed.
The board discussed the redevelopment agreement for the 3C Rentals Main Street property after staff reported an unresolved utility issue that could impede construction. "We've run into a hiccup with the power side," Mr. Chance said, telling members that there appeared to be no recorded easement for a pole on the lot and that the village needed clarity from the utility before acting. Board members agreed not to take immediate enforcement action while staff and the utility investigate.
Board members described conversations between staff, the developer and a utility contact over relocation costs. According to the discussion, the developer initially provided a figure of $35,000; Mr. Chance later reported the developer reduced that estimate to $28,000 and suggested, "If you'd like to have your attorney call our attorney, we can discuss it." Members noted the pole was on the parcel before the village acquired the property and asked staff (Bonnie) to pull prior agreements. The board also discussed whether a franchise right that allows utilities in public rights-of-way would apply to a village-owned lot and stressed that, if an extension or other change is needed, it should be reflected in a written addendum to the redevelopment contract. The board identified Dec. 31, 2027 as the contract deadline to keep in mind while staff pursues documentation and coordination with the developer and utility.
Speakers quoted or relied on in this article: Mr. Chance (staff), Bonnie (staff), Dirk Dempsey (board member), Billy (developer contact), Brian (utility/developer contact).
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