Sewer-easement error forces design changes at Abigail Areas; change order possible

Jun 15, 2026

ABLC staff reported progress on the Abigail Areas park but said a mis‑labeled easement and sewer-tie complications may require a costly reroute or alternative tie-in, potentially triggering a change order and increased project cost.

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Staff reported steady progress at Abigail Areas—grading, utility work and preparation for pavilion concrete—but flagged a utility complication that could increase cost and delay completion. Susie told the board the sewer line tie-in originally planned to use a manhole on the southwest corner could not proceed because an easement on that corner was labeled as a drainage easement and not a utility easement, preventing the placement of sewer infrastructure.

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