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Council Communication
DATE: 08/13/19 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 19-0039
LOG NAME: 80CHISHOLM TRAIL PARK SEWER LINE & ONCOR EASEMENT
SUBJECT
Conduct Public Hearing and Authorize Use of Chisholm Trail Park for the Installation of a Sanitary Sewer Line and for Conveyance of an Easement
to Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC (COUNCIL DISTRICT 6) (PUBLIC HEARING - a. Report of City Staff, b. Citizen Presentations,
c. Council Action)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing under the guidelines set forth by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, Chapter 26, Protection of Public Parks and
Recreational Lands;
2. Find that no feasible or prudent alternative exists for the use of Chisholm Trail Park for the installation of a sanitary sewer line location of
the electrical easement;
3. Find that the proposed sanitary sewer line and Oncor electrical easement includes all reasonable planning to minimize harm to the parkland,
including that all infrastructure and equipment will be constructed in Chisholm Trail Park as specified on the attached exhibits and as noted in the
discussion below;
4. Close the public hearing and authorize use of approximately 0.242 acres of dedicated parkland at Chisholm Trail Park for the proposed sanitary
sewer line and Oncor electrical easement; and
5. Authorize the execution and recording of all necessary documents to complete the conveyance of an easement to Oncor Electric Delivery
Company, LLC.
• Chisholm Trail Park - Located at 4936 McPherson Blvd, south of Risinger Road, west of South Hulen Street, North of McPherson Blvd, and
east of Summer Creek Drive; in COUNCIL DISTRICT 6
DISCUSSION:
The purpose of this Mayor and Council Communication (M&C) is to authorize the use of parkland for the installation of a sanitary sewer line and an
easement to Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC (Oncor) at Chisholm Trail Park (Park).
The City of Fort Worth Water Department (WD) is requesting the use of a portion of the Chisholm Trail Park (Park) for the installation of a sanitary
sewer line. The project involves the installation of two (2) sewer line lateral taps and sewer mains to the adjacent Trails of Summer Creek
Development. The lines will be installed by open cut.
The Oncor project involves installation of a new electrical line that will run along the western boundary of the park parallel to Summer Creek Drive.
The line will be bored and trenched eliminating overhead impacts to the park. No trees will be impacted by the proposed projects.
These improvements are being requested for Trails of Summer Creek Development adjacent to the park. The improvements will encompass
approximately 10,564 square feet (0.242 acres) of easement and maintenance area within the park.
Equipment
Width
(feet)
Length
(linear feet)
Total
(square feet)
Electrical Line
10
951.4
9,514
Sewer Line 1
15
20
300.00
Sewer Line 2
15
50
750.00
10,564
Total
(0.242 acres)
On June 26, 2019 the Park & Recreation Advisory Board endorsed staffs recommendation to the City Council to authorize the use of parkland for
the installation of sanitary sewer improvements and an Oncor electrical easement.
In accordance with State law, public notice of the hearing was advertised in the Fort Worth Star -Telegram on July 18, 2019, July 25, 2019
and August 1, 2019. An exhibit map was available for public review at the Park & Recreation Department administrative offices located at 4200
South Freeway, Suite 2200, Fort Worth, Texas 76115.
A letter announcing the proposed use was sent to the residents of the Summer Creek South HOA and the Summer Creek Ranch HOA on July 15,
2019. Signage was posted at the site noting the proposed use and providing instructions for directing comments to the Park & Recreation
Department. Staff will note any public comment received during the public hearing Report of City Staff.
Chisholm Trail Park is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 6.
This M&C does not request approval of a contract with a business entity.
A Form 1295 is not required for this contract because: This contract will be with an electric utility: Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that this action will have no material effect on City Funds.
Submitted for City Manager's Office b� Fernando Costa 6122
Originating Business Unit Head: David Creek 5704
Additional Information Contact: David Creek 5704