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County staff say CDBG‑MIT plans near completion; potential right‑of‑way acquisition could affect budget
Summary
Staff reported CDBG‑MIT plans expected by the end of August and flagged a potential right‑of‑way acquisition on the north side of the project site; staff warned acquisition costs could exceed current grant line‑items and require county funding.
County staff told the court the Community Development Block Grant—Mitigation (CDBG‑MIT) project team hopes to finish plans by the end of August, at which point the project can be bid. The city of Gainesville is expected to coordinate with the county on right‑of‑way matters.
Mr. Mannix said the project’s current estimate is $655,000 and includes $85,000 for mobilization and barricades. He warned that the plan did not include a right‑of‑way acquisition line and that if acquisition costs exceed the grant total, the county would need to determine whether to provide additional funds. Commissioners asked staff to seek precise acquisition cost estimates before committing county funds.
