HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-225RIGHT OF WAY ACQUISITION
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
This is a Memorandum of Agreement ("MOA") made and entered into this -day of
20_; by and between the STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION,
an agency of the State of Florida ("DEPARTMENT') and INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, a political
subdivision of the State of Florida ("AGENCY").
W/ TNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the DEPARTMENT is constructing a transportation project for the 1-95 and
Oslo Road Interchange ("Project"), as depicted in the attached Exhibit "A" and associated with
Item / Segment Number 413048-2-52-01; and
WHEREAS, the AGENCY is the owner of Oslo Road; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Sections 339.07, 339.08 and 339.12, Florida Statutes, and
federal funding provisions, the DEPARTMENT is authorized to undertake projects within the
AGENCY's geographical limits; and
WHEREAS, the Project will involve the acquisition of various property interests along the
Project corridor; and
WHEREAS, the DEPARTMENT plans to construct the Project and conduct right of way
acquisition and related activities, including eminent domain proceedings, on the Project for and
on behalf of the AGENCY to prepare the Project for construction; and
WHEREAS, the DEPARTMENT will conduct its right of way acquisition activities in
accordance with its right of way procedures and applicable federal acquisition requirements; and
WHEREAS, the parties agree that it is in the best interest of the public to promote a
cooperative effort between the DEPARTMENT and the AGENCY for the successful completion
of the Project.
NOW THEREFORE for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of
which are hereby acknowledged by the parties, this MOA sets forth and outlines the following
agreements between the DEPARTMENT and the AGENCY concerning the performance of
acquisition and maintenance activities by the AGENCY and the DEPARTMENT for the AGENCY's
Project:
The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by reference.
2. Upon completion of its acquisition and construction activities for the Project, the
DEPARTMENT will transfer and the AGENCY will accept acquired property rights along
the AGENCY facilities, including excess property acquired by the DEPARTMENT on
behalf of the AGENCY, except areas designated as limited access right-of-way. The
limited access right-of-way areas are shown in Exhibit "B". If for some reason the
DEPARTMENT does not construct the Project, any acquired property, except for areas
designated as limited access right-of-way shall be conveyed to the AGENCY by Quit Claim
Deed containing a reverter clause limiting the use to highway purposes in accordance with
all federal and state regulations, and the AGENCY shall accept the property and comply
with all regulations.
3. Said conveyance shall include, and the AGENCY fully accepts, a transfer and assignment
of all rights and obligations pursuant to any maintenance agreement, utility agreement,
subordination, and/or other agreements or matters of record relating to the property to be
conveyed and the AGENCY shall assume all responsibilities and liabilities arising from
any obligations thereunder which responsibilities, liabilities and obligations as set forth in
the conveyance documents shall run with the land. This provision shall survive the
termination of this MOA.
4. Notwithstanding any other provision herein to the contrary, the DEPARTMENT shall not
be responsible for any costs or attorney fees arising out of any liabilities or obligations
incurred regarding the right of way after the transfer of property.
Maintenance prior to and during construction:
A. The following shall apply to areas designated in Exhibit "B" as limited access right-
of-way: Prior to construction of the Project by the DEPARTMENT, the AGENCY shall
be responsible for the maintenance of all properties acquired for the Project by the
DEPARTMENT, keeping them in a safe condition. This includes responding to and
addressing Code Enforcement violations and complaints from the public.
B. The following shall apply to areas designated in Exhibit "B" as non -limited access
right-of-way: Prior to construction of the Project by the DEPARTMENT, the AGENCY
shall be responsible for the maintenance of all properties acquired for the Project by
the DEPARTMENT, keeping them in a safe condition. This includes responding to
and addressing Code Enforcement violations and complaints from the public. During
Construction of the Project by the DEPARTMENT, the AGENCY is responsible for
mowing and litter removal unless a Locally Funded Agreement (LFA) is entered into
that includes this work.
6. To the extent provided by law, the AGENCY shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless
the DEPARTMENT and all of its officers, agents and employees from any claim, loss,
damage, cost, charge, or expense arising out of any act, error, omission, or negligent act
by the AGENCY, its agents or employees during acquisition and other related activities
on the Project except that neither the AGENCY, its officers, agents or employees will be
liable for any claim, loss, damage, cost, charge, or expense arising out of any act, error,
omission, or negligent act by the DEPARTMENT or any of its officers, agents or
employees during the performance of acquisition and other related activities on the
Project.
7. Any and all notices given or required under this MOA shall be in writing and either hand -
delivered with receipt acknowledged or sent by certified mail, return receipt requested.
All notices delivered shall be directed as follows:
As to the DEPARTMENT:
Anson Sonnett, P.E., Project Manager
Florida Department of Transportation
3400 West Commercial Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309-3421
Phone: (954) 777-4474
With copy to:
Daniel Marwood, Deputy Right of Way Manager - Production
Florida Department of Transportation
3400 West Commercial Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309-3421
Phone: (954) 777-4238
As to the AGENCY:
Richard B. Szpyrka, P.E.
Public Works Director
Indian River County
1801 27th Street
Vero Beach, FL 32960
(772) 226-1234
With copy to:
County Attorney
Indian River County
1801 27th Street
Vero Beach, FL 32960
Multiple copies of this MOA may be fully executed by all parties, each of
which shall be deemed to be an original. The date entered above where indicated shall be
the date the last party signed this MOA.
REMAINDER OF THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have made and caused this Memorandum
of Agreement to be authorized and duly executed on behalf of their respective entities.
Administrative Assistant:
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ATTEST: Jeffrey R. Smith
Clerk of Court and Comptroller
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Deputy Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM
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William K. DeBraal
Deputy County Attorney
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
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Director of Transportation Development
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District Four Attorney
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
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This Memorandum of Understanding has been duly authorized and approved on January 7, 2020
by County Resolution No. 2020-00,1
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RESOLUTION NO. 2020-001
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER
COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CHAIRMAN'S EXECUTION OF A RIGHT OF WAY
ACQUISITION MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR ACQUISITION OF RIGHT OF WAY FOR THE RELOCATION OF
82"D AVENUE, CUL-DE-SAC CONSTRUCTION ON 861H AVENUE SW, IMPROVEMENTS ON
13TH STREET SW, DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS, RECONSTRUCTIONS/RELOCATION OF
EXISTING ROADWAYS, SIDEWALKS, CURB RAMS, PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS, AND OTHER
RELATED IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE OSLO ROAD AND 1-95 INTERCHANGE PROJECT.
WHEREAS, the BCC previously accepted a resolution number 2017-022, in support of the
improvements to Oslo Road/CR 606 and SR9/1-95, providing an interchange connection to 1-95 from Oslo
Road; and
WHEREAS, FDOT is authorized by Florida Statutes and Federal funding provisions to undertake
projects within the geographical limits of Indian River County; and
WHEREAS, those improvements are being managed by the FDOT more particularly described as
Financial Project No. 413048-2-52-01, which involves the design, acquisition of rights-of-way, construction
of an interchange at Oslo Road and 1-95, drainage improvements, reconstruction/relocation of existing
roadways, sidewalks, curb ramps, pedestrian crossings, and other related improvements.
WHEREAS, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is prepared to provide funds to for the
cost for right-of-way acquisition and Construction of the project; and
WHEREAS, the State of Florida, Department of Transportation, has requested Indian River County
execute and deliver to the State of Florida, Department of Transportation, the Right of Way Acquisition
Memorandum of Agreement for the aforementioned project; and
WHEREAS, a resolution to execute the Right of Way Acquisition Memorandum of Agreement for
the aforementioned project is required.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN
RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that the Chairman of the Board is hereby authorized to make, execute, and
deliver to the State of Florida, Department of Transportation, the Right of Way Acquisition Memorandum of
Agreement for the aforementioned project.
The foregoing resolution was offered by Commissioner Fi Psrhpr who moved its
adoption. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Zorc and, upon being put to a vote, the
vote was as follows:
Chairman Susan Adams AYE
Vice -Chairman Joseph E. Flescher AYE
Commissioner Peter D. O'Bryan AYE
Commissioner Bob Solari AYE
Commissioner Tim Zorc AYE
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The Chairman thereupon declared the resolution passed and adopted this 7th day of January,
BOARD OF COUNTY
OF INDIAN RIVER CC
By.
Attest: Jeffrey R. Smith, Clerk of Court
a�d Comptroller
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Deputy Clerk
Approved as to Form and Legal Sufficiency
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William K. DeBraal, Deputy County Attorney
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