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File #: 040995    Version: Name: Use of the Sorority Woods Property for Stormwater (NB)
Type: Staff Recommendation Status: Passed
File created: 2/28/2005 In control: Community Redevelopment Agency
On agenda: Final action: 2/28/2005
Title: Use of the Sorority Woods Property for Stormwater(NB)
Title
Use of the Sorority Woods Property for Stormwater(NB)                                   
Explanation
The CPUH Board has been working with Public Works and Jones Edmunds and Associates on the development of a district wide stormwater management plan for University Heights and the Tumblin Creek watershed.  As part of those discussions, the land known as "Sorority Bog" or "Sorority Woods" has been identified as a possible site for stormwater retention.  The Advisory Board is recommending the CRA request the City Commission to begin a dialogue with the University of Florida to explore ways that this might be achieved.
 
Fiscal Note
None at this time.
 
Recommendation
The CRA request that the City provide the University of Florida with information and/or timeline from the stormwater study that includes the piece of property known as "Sorority Bog" next to Sorority Row for use as a stormwater retention area.



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