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Bexar County authorizes eminent‑domain authority for two parcels needed for Cagnon Road flood‑control bridge
Summary
Public Works told the court two parcels (2.25 acres and 1.272 acres) are needed to realign Cagnon Road over the Medina River to pass a 100‑year storm; commissioners authorized use of eminent domain if negotiations fail and approved the related orders.
Public Works presented two agenda items seeking authority to use eminent domain to acquire two parcels needed to realign Cagnon Road and construct a bridge capable of handling a 100‑year storm event.
David Wegman said the project is about 60% through design and that the county needs access to parcels for surveys, geotechnical work and eventual construction. The larger parcel is about 2.25 acres and the smaller parcel about 1.272 acres; staff said they will continue negotiating in good faith but requested eminent‑domain authority if negotiations are unsuccessful.
Commissioners moved to approve the orders declaring necessity and authorizing eminent‑domain use; both motions carried by voice vote. Wegman said the acquisitions are necessary to complete drainage, roadway and culvert improvements tied to the flood‑control realignment.
