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Sykesville readies South End streetscape bid to obligate ARPA funds

5930685 · November 13, 2024
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Summary

Town staff released a bid package for the South End streetscape, planning to obligate remaining ARPA funds by year-end and start construction in Q1; design includes reconfigured parking, pavers and retractable bollards for event closures.

Town Manager Joe told the Sykesville mayor and council on Nov. 12 that the bid package for the South End streetscape has been finalized and will be posted for contractors this week, with the goal of bringing a contract to council before year-end so federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds can be obligated.

Why it matters: Town staff said ARPA funds must be obligated by the end of the calendar year to retain the award; the town has until 2026 to spend the money. Officials told council they expect to use the…

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