Explanation
Background:
This ordinance will authorize the Director of Recreation and Parks to transfer 3.921 acres of City owned parkland along Alkire Road to Rockford Homes in exchange for 4.433 acres of proposed parkland from Rockford Homes.
The City of Columbus, Recreation and Parks Department, has acquired in excess of 15 acres of parkland and the cash to develop a proposed park along Alkire Road as a result of various rezoning cases.
Recently the Recreation and Parks Department received a proposal from Rockford Homes, 999 Polaris Parkway, Columbus, Ohio 43240, suggesting an exchange 3.921 acres of existing City parkland along Alkire Road for 4.433 acres of new parkland at an adjacent site. This proposed exchange will result in an increase in the net park acreage at the Alkire Road site.
The proposed park to be developed at this location will serve approximately 600 homes slated for construction in 5 new subdivisions surrounding the site and will help to create a traditional style neighborhood. The Land Review Commission has voted to recommend that the City proceed with the proposed exchange.
It has been determined that it is in the best interest of the City to waive the provisions of the competitive bidding process.
Emergency action is requested as contracts are prepared and closing dates are being established based on this legislation.
Fiscal Impact:
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Title
To authorize the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to execute those documents required to transfer 3.921 acres of City owned parkland along Alkire Road to Rockford Homes in exchange for 4.433 acres of proposed parkland to be deeded from Rockford Homes to the City, to waive the competitive bidding provisions of Columbus City Codes, and to declare an emergency.
Body
WHEREAS, the City of Columbus, Recreation and Parks Department, has acquired in excess of 15 aces of parkland and the cash needed to develop a proposed park along Alkire Road as a resul...
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