Council notes $250-per-parcel title-work cost for 42 easements on USDA distribution project

Dec 15, 2025

Staff informed council that title work for 42 parcels is required for easements on the USDA distribution line at $250 per parcel; staff said the expense will be charged to USDA funds and that easement outreach and notary logistics could affect schedule.

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City staff told council additional title work is needed to identify parcel ownership for easements on the USDA distribution project. The vendor quoted $250 per parcel for 42 parcels; staff said the cost would be covered by USDA project funds. "We actually don't need a motion on this anymore," a staff member said after negotiating the fee.

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