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An Ordinance authorizing the County of Allegheny to clear the right-of-way for, and to acquire by condemnation, Parcel 2 of W.C.S.R., Inc., for construction of the McKeesport South Flyover Bridge, and to take such further action as may be necessary under applicable law, including the Eminent Domain Code.
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Whereas, the County Council of Allegheny deems it advisable to clear the right-of-way for the construction of McKeesport South Fly-over Bridge and its approach roads, Project No. FY03-0403, to connect Lyle Boulevard (SR 148) at Coursin Street with Industry Road, within the RIDC Park, in the 5th Ward, City of McKeesport (the "Project"), and
Whereas, said Project constitutes a valid public purpose serving the transportation interests of the residents of the County of Allegheny, and
Whereas, the County Council of Allegheny County deems it advisable to acquire by condemnation, certain land hereinafter described, as necessary, for additional right-of-way and easements for the Project.
The Council of the County of Allegheny hereby enacts as follows:
Section 1. Incorporation of the Preamble.
The provisions set forth in the preamble to this Ordinance are incorporated by reference in their entirety herein.
Section 2. Authorization to Clear Right-of-Way.
That Council deems it advisable and necessary to authorize the Law Department, in conjunction with the Department of Public Works, to obtain appraisals and title reports, to negotiate and acquire the required rights-of-way and easements, to prepare the necessary petitions, resolutions and all other documents, including, but not limited to Declarations of Taking, Petitions to Deposit Estimated Just Compensation into Court and Petitions for Appointment of Viewers, all or some of which may be required in clearing the right-of-way, for the Project.
Section 3. Authorization to Acquire Property by Condemnation.
That Council deems it advisable and necessary to acquire in f...
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