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Commission waives bids, OKs up to $15,000 with conservator to restore Civil War monument base

5935632 · September 16, 2025
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Summary

The commission approved a motion to waive the bid process and proceed with sculptor/conservator Ken Thompson (Flatlanders) for work on the Civil War monument — up to $15,000 — and asked Thompson to present project details at the Oct. 6 meeting.

The Adrian City Commission voted to waive the bid process and authorize up to $15,000 to proceed with sculptor and conservator Ken Thompson of Flatlanders for restoration work on the Civil War monument in Monument Park.

Commissioner Roberts moved the resolution; Commissioner Gauss seconded. The motion passed unanimously on a roll call vote.

Parks Director Jeremiah Davies reported he had met with Thompson and that Thompson was willing to honor an earlier quote of $15,000. Davies proposed two options to the commission: have Thompson prepare design specifications and bid the work…

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