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Downtown revitalization bids come in about three times higher than expected, staff say

5969599 · September 9, 2025
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Summary

City staff reported that bids for the downtown revitalization project were roughly triple engineer estimates, prompting a re-evaluation of the project while the city preserves budgeted funds that must be spent by 2026.

City staff told the Preston City Council that bids for the downtown revitalization project returned at about three times the anticipated cost, prompting staff to re‑evaluate scope and delivery options while keeping the project funds available.

Why it matters: The city has funds budgeted for downtown improvements that must…

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