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Task Order - Easement - Evaluation, Education, and Enforcement
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INFORMATION CONTACT:
Christopher Clark, Water and Wastewater Operations, Director, 704-296-4215
ACTION REQUESTED:
Authorize the County Manager to 1) negotiate and execute an agreement substantially consistent with this agenda item, 2) exercise any renewal or extension term options set forth in the Agreement, and 3) terminate the Agreement if deemed in the best interest of the County, each in the County Manager’s discretion.
PRIOR BOARD ACTIONS:
None.
BACKGROUND:
Union County Water has the responsibility to operate and maintain over 400 miles of off-street water and wastewater distribution lines. NCDEQ also requires UC Water to maintain access to this infrastructure. An easement is the right to make some use of land owned by another without taking a part thereof. In the case of our water and sewer system, easements give the County the right of access to inspect, maintain, repair, or replace its infrastructure. When an easement crosses an owner’s property, it is important that access by the County is not restricted. The County must be able to reach its infrastructure for routine maintenance and repairs. There are several types of obstructions that could prevent the County from accessing sewer and water infrastructure in the easement area. They include, but are not limited to, fences, swing sets, swimming pools, sheds, home additions, garages, tennis courts and trees. Currently we have 1,826 known obstructions throughout the system. UC Water has an established SOP to address these obstructions. Consultant Service with an expertise in property research and enforcement is needed to address these obstructions. This Task Order has a three (3) year term and is subject to budget appropriation.
Professional Property Services, Inc. has been selected to provide Easement - Evaluation, Education, and Enforcement for Task Order #8981-01. Professional Property Services, Inc. was chosen from a list of vendors previously selected from RFQ 2024-054 to provide these services for Union County projects.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The total cost of the contract with Professional Property Services, Inc. is $400,000. Sufficient funds are available in the Capital Account 60026512-5381 - Field Services Operations Budget.