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DC Everest board authorizes easement release discussions with Weston, seeks $20,000 toward fiber relocation
Summary
The board considered a Village of Weston road-improvement project that requires an easement release and fiber relocation; the district’s appraisal for the land was $2,750 and a fiber relocation quote was near $27,000. After discussion of pedestrian safety and cost-sharing, the board advanced a plan seeking a $20,000 village contribution toward relocation costs while the village pays the land value.
The board considered a Village of Weston road-improvement project that includes a roundabout at Alderson and Gelanic Avenue and requires release of district easement interests. Administration presented an appraisal for the land at $2,750 and a quote to relocate district-owned fiber at just under $27,000.
Administration said the village’s staff recommended splitting the fiber-relocation cost; the village meeting to consider the project was scheduled for the following week. Board members raised multiple concerns: the plat drawing did not show the district building footprint, the roundabout’s impact on pedestrian safety and school-time traffic flows, and whether the district should require the village to pay fiber-relocation costs because the project would not occur but for the village’s roadway work.
Board members debated options including donating the land or seeking a larger village contribution for the fiber relocation. At meeting’s conclusion the board moved a negotiating position that the village pay $20,000 toward fiber relocation and still pay the land value; the motion passed by voice vote. Administration said MSA (consultant) prepared the documents. The board discussed timing and potential virtual follow-up after the village’s board action.
Why it matters The district owns fiber and a portion of the right-of-way; relocating fiber is a direct unplanned cost if the village’s construction proceeds. Board members highlighted pedestrian-safety risks near school arrival and dismissal and asked that the village address those concerns in project engineering.
What’s next Administration will follow up with the Village of Weston and the consultant (MSA) to finalize documents and cost allocations and will return materials to the board as needed.
