High Point City Council approves $3.5M 2025 resurfacing contract and sidewalk measures

As the afternoon sun cast a warm glow over High Point City Hall, the Finance Committee convened on April 17, 2025, to address key infrastructure and operational improvements for the city. Mayor Pro Tem Britt Moore led the meeting, joined by Councilman Holmes and Councilman Andrew, while Councilwoman Peters was absent due to prior commitments.

The first item on the agenda was the approval of a resurfacing contract for 2025, presented by Melinda King, the assistant public services director. The committee approved a bid from Sharp Brothers amounting to $3,516,489.87, which will cover approximately 18.3 lane miles of roadway across various neighborhoods. This project includes milling, paving, and necessary adjustments to manholes and water valves, although it notably excludes sidewalk work. King mentioned that if the project comes in under budget, additional streets could be added to the contract, contingent on fluctuating asphalt costs linked to gas prices.

Following this, the committee discussed a change order for sidewalk improvements in the Burns Hill and Emerywood neighborhoods. This initiative, aimed at addressing severe trip hazards, was approved with a not-to-exceed value of $150,000. The total budget for this project could reach $450,000 if additional issues are addressed as funds allow.

The meeting also highlighted advancements in the city’s procurement processes with the introduction of an additional subscription to the Workday ERP project. Bobby Fitz John explained that this module is crucial for enhancing communication between departments and the purchasing division, streamlining procurement actions. The implementation is progressing well, with positive feedback from staff who anticipate increased efficiency.

As the meeting wrapped up, the committee members expressed gratitude for the collaborative efforts and the importance of these projects in enhancing the quality of life for High Point residents. With the agenda concluded, the committee looked forward to the positive impacts these initiatives would bring to the community in the coming months.