Board considers Southern Natural Gas easement at Dundee Lake; staff seeks trail commitments before finalizing

Aug 3, 2026

Staff recommended approving a permanent right-of-way and temporary construction easement with Southern Natural Gas LLC for Dundee Lake property; commissioners pressed for written commitments on a proposed 10-foot multi-use trail and asked staff to finalize compensation and trail terms before evening action.

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Staff recommended the board approve a right-of-way easement to Southern Natural Gas LLC to allow construction and maintenance of the Riverdale Loop Line through county-owned Dundee Lake property. Dr. Ledbetter said staff negotiated safeguards requiring the company to restore disturbed areas and to compensate the county for actual damages. He also described ongoing discussions exploring a 10-foot multi-use trail along the easement corridor to connect northern neighborhoods to Dundee Lake Park.

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