Information
Type: Deliberation
Department: PW - Public Works
Directors' Update: April 1, 2020
Business Meeting: April 6, 2020
Summary:This resolution will approve a lease agreement between Washington State Department of Transportation and Lewis County for a portion of highway right of way of SR 5, Mellen St. to Blakeslee Junction. This lease will give the County right of way for the pedestrian, bicycle, and non-motorized vehicle trail located at this premises. The County will maintain and operate this trail.
Publications:
Cover Letter To:
Additional Copies To: Tina Hemphill, Robin Saline, Martin Roy, Rose Williams, PW
Resolution
APPROVING A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND LEWIS COUNTY FOR THE RIGHT OF WAY TO A PEDESTRIAN TRAIL
WHEREAS, Lewis County desires to operate and maintain a trail segment under this lease for a portion of highway right of way of SR 5, Mellen St. to Blakeslee Junction; and
WHEREAS, WSDOT is granted authority to lease property under RCW 47.12.120; and
WHEREAS, the County Engineer has reviewed the agreement and recommends that the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) execute the agreement.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED it is in the best public interest to authorize the lease agreement between Washington State Department of Transportation and Lewis County.
DONE IN OPEN SESSION this 6th day of April, 2020.