PLACEMENT: Consent
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ADOPTION OF TWO RESOLUTIONS FOR PURCHASE OF A 5.4 ACRE PARCEL OF ENVIRONMENTAL LANDS ON KUBIN AVENUE, ADJACENT TO MAGGIE'S HAMMOCK PARK FROM BROADBILL DEVELOPMENT, LLC
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
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Request for the adoption of two Resolutions, one approving and accepting a Vacant Land Contract and Warranty Deed and the other a Resolution approving fund transfer for the purchase of a 5.4-acre parcel, adjacent to Maggie's Hammock, in Rocky Point from Broadbill Development, LLC for environmental lands with funding from District 4 MSTU.
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DEPARTMENT: Public Works
PREPARED BY: Name: Carla T. Segura, FRP
Title: Real Property Manager
REQUESTED BY: Taryn Kryzda, County Administrator and Sarah Heard, District 4 Commissioner
PRESET:
PROCEDURES: None
BACKGROUND/RELATED STRATEGIC GOAL:
1. Documents drafted by: Martin County
2. Parties to the Acquisition: Martin County - Grantee
Broadbill Development, LLC - Grantor
3. Purpose of the Acquisition/Donation: Acquisition of a 5.4-acre parcel of vacant
land for park, trails and preservation of natural habitat
4. New/Renewal/Modification: New
5. Duration: Perpetual
6. Benefits to Martin County: Addition of environmental lands to the County
7. Cost to Martin County: $450,000 purchase price, due diligence and
closing costs not to exceed $8,000
In August 2019, John Dial (owner) of Broadbill Development, LLC, was approached regarding the possible sale of a 5.4-acre parcel adjacent to Maggie's Hammock Park in Rocky Point.
This parcel is one of the few remaining natural areas in Rocky Point and is the home to several native species of plants and animals. It may be one of the last remaining critical maritime hammocks available for preservation. This 5.4-acre parcel is just north of Maggie's Hammock Park off Kubin Avenue, in Rocky Point. The owner recognizes the critical environmental value of the parcel. This tran...
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