Mount Vernon — The council on Wednesday awarded a $74,233 construction contract, including sales tax, to Scott Wall Construction to rebuild restrooms at Bakerview Park that were damaged by fire.

Parks and recreation director Jennifer Burner told council six contractors bid the project; bids ranged from about $74,233 to $215,315 with Scott Wall Construction as the low bidder. Burner said the construction window will be 45 days after contract paperwork is completed and work should be finished in November or sooner.

Nut graf: The project is covered by the city’s insurance minus a $25,000 deductible; Burner said engineering costs for bid documents were approximately $70,000 in addition to the construction contract. Council moved to authorize the mayor to sign the agreement and the motion passed.

Council members noted the low bid was significantly below some other bidders and confirmed insurance coverage. Burner confirmed that after the $25,000 deductible the insurance will cover the remainder of the construction cost.

Ending: Council authorized the mayor to execute the contract; staff will complete paperwork and oversee construction with expected completion in November, subject to contractor scheduling and permitting.