FPL EASEMENT (MDFR PROPERTY)

Infrastructure, Innovation & Technology Committee · 2026-09-10 · resolution

Resolution authorizing acceptance of a bid from Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) for a non-exclusive utility easement over a 3,212 square foot portion of county-owned property at 3190 NW 119 Street, Miami, Florida, Folio Number 30-2133-001-0010. The easement is for construction, operation, and maintenance of overhead and underground electric utility facilities. The bid amount is $222,000.00. The property is under the jurisdiction of the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department (MDFR). The resolution declares the easement area surplus and authorizes conveyance to FPL. The item was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure, Innovation & Technology Committee on 9/10/2026. Agenda date is 10/6/2026. FPL was the sole bidder in Auction No. 26-02, advertised from January 23, 2026, through February 9, 2026. The minimum bid amount of $222,000.00 was based on an appraised value of $199,000.00, an administrative fee of $19,900.00, and advertising costs of $3,100.00. No objections were raised by County departments. The easement extends from the northern boundary to the southern boundary along the western 15-foot portion of the property. FPL must minimize negative visual impact and ensure the only visible elements are vegetative screening around any above ground electrical transformer, per Resolution No. R-504-15.