IMPROVEMENTS TO SW 268 STREET FROM US-1 TO SW 139 STREET

Board of County Commissioners · 2026-07-21 · resolution

The Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-638-26, declaring the acquisition of Parcel 1 for the SW 268 Street Improvement Project to be a public necessity. The project involves road widening, beautification, and right-of-way improvements to SW 268 Street from US-1 to SW 139 Avenue. The resolution authorizes the County Mayor or designee and County Attorney to acquire Parcel 1 in fee simple by negotiation, donation, right-of-way designation, or purchase at the higher of appraised or tax-assessed value, or by eminent domain. An additional incentive offer to purchase Parcel 1 is authorized, not to exceed 15 percent over the greater of appraised or tax-assessed value. The estimated funding for design, construction, CEI, and right-of-way acquisition is $12,739,000. The item was introduced on 4/27/2026, forwarded with a favorable recommendation by the Transportation Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted by the Board on 7/21/2026. The project is located within District 9, represented by Vice Chairman Kionne McGhee, who is the prime sponsor. The project includes reconstruction, widening, milling and resurfacing, new drainage, curb and gutter, sidewalks, signalization, pavement markings, signage, lighting, bicycle facilities, and WASD utility improvements. The document does not state the exact street address, parcel or folio number, acreage, or number of units for Parcel 1, nor does it state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.