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Council reviews draft resolution to accept donated parcel near Seppert Walk; signed deed not yet received
Summary
Council discussed Motion 12, a draft resolution to accept a parcel described as Franklin Park Properties near Seppert Walk; the donor proposed a special warranty deed but asked whether the borough would accept a quitclaim instead—signed deed and title search remain pending.
Council members discussed Motion 12, which staff presented as a resolution to accept a parcel described in meeting materials as “Franklin Park Properties” just outside Seppert Walk.
Why it matters: The parcel is connected to property-acquisition and MS4/stormwater program planning. Acceptance of donated land carries title and maintenance implications for the borough.
Council discussed the deed type and title condition. Staff said the donor’s attorney indicated the donor had paid taxes and would provide either a special warranty deed or, if title issues remained, a quitclaim deed. Council asked whether the borough would accept a quitclaim; staff said if council agreed to move forward, staff would take the deed and continue title review. The presenter said the resolution as drafted constitutes acceptance once the signed document is returned.
Next steps: Staff reported the deed form had been forwarded to borough counsel (Paul) and that the signed deed version had not yet been received. Council indicated willingness to accept the parcel once the signed deed and any necessary title review are complete. Staff listed follow-up tasks including obtaining the signed deed and completing a title search.
Ending: No formal vote or final acceptance was recorded in the transcript; staff will complete title work and present completed documentation to council for formal acceptance.
