TO: Mayor and Members of City Council
THRU: Lachelle H. Pulliam, City Attorney
FROM: Kecia N. Parker, NCCP, Real Estate Manager
DATE: August 11, 2025
RE:
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Adopt Resolution of the City of Fayetteville City Council Authorizing the City Manager to Acquire a 1.38 Acre Parcel of Real Property Located at 1013 Person Street for the Cape Fear River Park
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COUNCIL DISTRICT(S):
Council District(s)|109|
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Relationship To Strategic Plan:
Goal 4: Desirable Place to Live, Work, and Recreate
Executive Summary:
Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks & Recreation has identified the need to purchase the property located at 1013 Person Street for the Cape Fear River Park parking lot. The parcel was identified as part of the $35 million bond referendum passed in 2016. The Parks and Recreation General Obligation Bond will be utilized to cover total costs of $146,087.00 for the purchase.
On April 28, 2025, staff presented to the City Council a briefing on the due diligence activities required prior to acquiring the proposed relocation site. These activities have now been completed and include:
* Property appraisal and review appraisal, confirming market value;
* Environmental site assessment, with no concerns raised for the proposed use of the lot; and,
* Title search, confirming clear ownership.
All findings support the City's interest in proceeding with property acquisition.
The proposed site is owned by Christ Gospel Church of Fayetteville, NC, now known as One Church Covenant Fellowship and the City has negotiated an Option to Purchase Agreement in the amount of $145,000.00.
To proceed with the acquisition, Council is asked to adopt the attached Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents to finalize the purchase of the property.
Background:
Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks & Recreation has identified a 1.38-acre parcel located at 1013 Person Street as the proposed parking lot for the Cape Fear River Park.
In March...
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