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Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the First Amendment to the Purchase Agreement related to Parcel #120 for the acquisition of property needed for the Hillview Drive Drainage Improvement Project (2,854 ± SF) between First Spanish Baptist Church of Altamonte Springs, Inc., and Seminole County, for $33,040.00, as full settlement of all other claim for compensation from which Seminole County might be obligated to pay relating to the parcel. District3 - Constantine (Stephen Koontz, Resource Management Deputy Director) Requesting Department - Public Works
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Resource Management - Real Estate
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Authorized By:
Shane Fischer, Real Estate Division Manager
Contact/Phone Number:
Neil Newton/407-665-5711
Background:
This parcel (#120) has been identified for acquisition as part of the Hillview Drive Drainage Improvement Project. The owner, First Spanish Baptist Church of Altamonte Springs, Inc., of the property located at the southwest corner of Hillview Drive and McNorton Road, in Altamonte Springs, Florida, has agreed to sell and convey the needed property interests to Seminole County for the sum of $33,040.00, inclusive of all fees and costs.
This vacant property is approximately 0.065± acres in size. The County’s valuation of their interest in this acquisition is $17,900.00. The County submitted a binding written offer of $27,440.00, which was accepted. However, attorney fees were not included in that figure because those fees had not been provided at the time the offer was accepted. After discussion and negotiation with the owner (through their attorney), an updated settlement was reached for $33,040.00, which includes the original $27,440.00 purchase price plus $5,600.00 in attorney fees and costs. This agreement amends the previous agreement dated August 26, 2025.
The main rationale for approval of this renegotiated settlement is cost avoidance, as the previous agreement failed to incorporate certain costs associated with the acquisition. If this acquisition proceeds to condemnation, litigation costs including the County’s appraisal, the owner’s appraisal, and other expert fees on both sides would likely exceed the additional settlement funds proposed to be paid.
Requested Action:
Staff requests the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the First Amendment to the Purchase Agreement related to Parcel #120 for the acquisition of property needed for the Hillview Drive Drainage Improvement Project (2,854 ± SF) between First Spanish Baptist Church of Altamonte Springs, Inc., and Seminole County for $33,040.00, as full settlement of all claims for compensation from which Seminole County might be obligated to pay relating to the parcel.