PLACEMENT: Consent
TITLE:
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ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE DONATION OF TWO PARCELS TOTALING 1.15-ACRES LOCATED OFF SE DIXIE HIGHWAY ADJACENT TO THE COUNTY OWNED HOBE SOUND SCRUB PRESERVE FOR CONSERVATION AND PERPETUAL PRESERVATION
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
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This is a request for the adoption of a resolution approving and accepting the donation of two parcels totaling approximately 1.15-acres located off SE Dixie Highway adjacent to the County-owned Hobe Sound Scrub Preserve in Hobe Sound (the Property). The Property is being generously donated to the County, for perpetual conservation and public use, by Ms. Louise C. Yeiser.
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DEPARTMENT: Public Works
PREPARED BY: Name: Carla T. Segura, FRP
Title: Real Property Manager
REQUESTED BY: John Maehl, Environmental Resources Administrator
PRESET:
PROCEDURES: None
BACKGROUND/RELATED STRATEGIC GOAL:
1. Donation Documents drafted by:
Martin County
2. Parties to the Donation:
Martin County - Grantee
Louise C. Yeiser - Grantor
3. Purpose of the Donation:
Donation of 1.15-acres adjacent to the Hobe Sound Scrub Preserve for environmental purposes.
4. New/Renewal/Modification:
New
5. Duration:
Perpetual
6. Benefits to Martin County:
Addition of environmental lands for conservation and recreational purposes
7. Cost to Martin County:
Minimal recording fees
On March 12, 2026, staff met with Ms. Louise C. Yeiser to discuss Ms. Yeiser's intended purchase and subsequent donation of certain parcels in Hobe Sound, which are adjacent to the County-owned Hobe Sound Scrub Preserve ("Preserve"). As soon as possible following her closing on the purchase, Ms. Yeiser intends to convey the Property to the County for conservation and recreational use, thereby benefiting the public and facilitating added use and enjoyment of the adjoining Preserve.
The Property Appraiser reflects a market value of the Property of approximately $600,000. Ms. Yeiser has executed a contrac...
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