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Sanitary sewer project advances; one easement holder remains unresponsive
Summary
City staff reported receipt of EPA funds for the 94 Fifth Station/Forest Lane sewer project, progress obtaining temporary construction easements from most property owners and potential reroute options if a remaining landowner does not sign.
Steve (staff member) updated the Board of Alders on the sanitary sewer work tied to the 94 Fifth Station and Forest Lane projects and said the city has received third‑party payment from the EPA.
Steve said five temporary construction easements were desired for the project; staff obtained one easement, met with three property owners who are negotiating, and has received no response from the fifth landowner. “The 1 holdout has been challenging to say the least,” he said, noting the property is held in trust and the trustees recently changed legal counsel.
Board members asked whether lack of a signature would block construction; Steve said the design team could “work around” the missing easement but that it would be more convenient to secure it. He explained potential alternatives: rerouting to the other side of the road, seeking accommodation from a different landowner, or running main lines down the middle of a lane—“that has a lot of cost in it for refurbishment of the pavement.”
Steve said staff are targeting the 15th (month not specified) to start construction if easements and permit adjustments proceed as planned, and that legal staff is reviewing documents for the property owners currently negotiating. He also said the project may require a short amendment to a construction permit and minor plan adjustments if upsizing or rerouting is needed, and that staff will continue outreach to secure the remaining right of way.
No formal action was taken; the report was informational and staff will continue negotiations and coordination with legal counsel, the design team and permitting authorities.
