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Approval of Drainage Easement Purchase for Midway Improvement Project

Original title: Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Purchase Agreement related to Project Parcel #1-847 for a drainage easement necessary for the Midway Drainage Improvement Project (506.90 ± SF) between G. Charles Wohlust as Personal Representative of the Estate of Freddie Hills and Seminole County for $10,800.00, as full settlement and any other claim for compensation from which Seminole County might be obligated to pay relating to the parcel. District5 - Herr (Stephen Koontz, Assistant County Manager) Requesting Department - Public Works

Record date · April 14, 2026

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What This Bill Does

Seminole County has authorized the purchase of a from the Estate of Freddie Hills for $10,800. This land acquisition is required to facilitate the ongoing Midway Drainage Improvement Project.

Why it matters

The county is spending $10,800 in public funds to secure land rights from a private estate to complete a specific drainage infrastructure project in District 5.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Estate of Freddie Hills

The estate is transferring land rights to the county in exchange for a $10,800 payment.

Directly affected

Seminole County Public Works

The department is responsible for executing the easement agreement and managing the Midway Drainage Improvement Project.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a drainage easement?
A is a legal right granted to the county to use a specific portion of private land for the purpose of managing water flow and drainage infrastructure.
Why is the county paying $10,800?
The payment compensates the property owner for the use of their land and serves as a final settlement for all claims related to the acquisition of that specific parcel.

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Connected Entities

Stephen Koontz, District 5, Seminole County and 5 more
locationDistrict 5“The geographic area of the project.”Map →
OrganizationEstate of Freddie Hills“The property owner selling the easement.”Map →

Sources

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