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

April 14, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

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 is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Estate of Freddie Hills

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

Seminole County Public Works

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

What changed

Last recorded activity April 14, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

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.

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.

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.