Subject:
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Letter of Interest for the acquisition of the segment of Oak Avenue between Court Street and Chestnut Street in the City of Clearwater.
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Recommended Action:
Recommended Action
Approval and execution by the County Administrator to submit the Letter of Interest (LOI) to the City of Clearwater for this road segment prior to the noticed deadline of Friday, April 10, 2026.
The LOI:
• Formalizes the County’s interest in the road for redevelopment purposes.
• Does not offer any financial consideration for the road segment.
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Strategic Priorities:
Prosperity and Opportunity
3.2 Provide and promote tourism opportunities.
3.5 Foster business growth.
Summary:
The submission of the LOI formalizes the County’s interest in the road through the public process the City has prescribed.
Background/Explanation:
Staff and the respective City and County elected bodies have discussed the opportunity for the County to acquire this road segment through a road transfer agreement process. The City agreed to initiate the process through the attached public notice and intend to consider the matter at an upcoming Council meeting in April.
Fiscal Impact:
The County is not currently offering any financial consideration to the City for the road segment.
Delegated Authority:
Authority for the County Administrator to sign this Letter of Intent is granted under Code Section 2-62 (a)(1).
Staff Member Responsible:
Blaine Williams, Assistant County Administrator
Partners:
City of Clearwater
Attachments:
City of Clearwater Public Notice
Pinellas County Letter of Interest in Oak Avenue