Land bank sets 10% change-order cap, approves multiple property actions and listings

The Chemung County Land Bank Authority voted Wednesday to adopt a standing 10% contingency for construction change orders and took a series of property actions including approving a bid for 823 Johnson Street, authorizing a $48,400 change order for 406 South Walnut Street, and approving the joint listing of 406 South Walnut and 411 South Walnut for $120,000.

The standing policy on change orders establishes that contractors may approve change orders up to 10% of a contract amount without returning to the full board. Board members said the goal was to reduce delays caused by small, unforeseen repairs. One board member said, “10% for change orders,” and the measure carried after a motion, second and roll call.

Board members approved a bid award for construction work at 823 Johnson Street for the contractor identified in the motion as Griffin. A motion to approve the bid was made and seconded and carried on voice vote. The board scheduled a site walkthrough for 823 Johnson Street at 10 a.m. on Oct. 22.

The board authorized a change-order payment for work at 406 South Walnut…