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, for construction, operation, and maintenance of overhead and underground electric utility facilities. The bid amount is $222,000.00, submitted in response to Auction No. 26-02. The resolution declares the easement area surplus and authorizes conveyance to FPL. The property is under the jurisdiction of Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department (MDFR), which confirmed no interference with operations. The easement extends from the northern boundary to the southern boundary along the western 15-foot portion of the property. FPL was the sole bidder. The minimum bid was set at $222,000.00, comprising $199,000.00 appraised value, $19,900.00 administrative fee, and $3,100.00 advertising costs. No County department identified a present or future need for the easement area, and no objections were raised. The item was introduced on 8/28/2026, agenda date 10/6/2026, agenda item number 8F, with Prime Sponsor Marleine Bastien. Final action is not stated. The resolution also references Resolution No. R-504-15 requiring FPL to minimize negative visual impact, with vegetative screening around any above ground electrical transformer. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.