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Council approves $250,000 purchase of house to expand retention pond and reduce flooding
Summary
Council approved buying a single‑family property for $250,000 to expand a city retention pond in an AE flood zone, demolish the structure and engineer a permitted pond to address recurring neighborhood flooding.
Public Works Director Shane Leblanc described a recommended acquisition of the single‑family parcel at 6109 16th Street (contract price $250,000) adjacent to a city retention pond in an AE flood zone. Staff said enlarging the pond could double retention capacity at that location and help mitigate repeated flooding observed during Hurricanes Milton and Helen.
Leblanc said staff completed appraisals, negotiated an offer and prepared a standard residential contract; purchase closing was contingent on council approval. He explained the project will require demolition, a boundary survey, engineered design and a SWFWMD (referred to in the transcript as 'swift mud') permit before reconstruction. Council discussed the possibility of salvaging appliances and fixtures from the house before demolition.
Council approved the purchase unanimously and directed staff to proceed with closing and subsequent engineering and permitting steps.
