Public works staff told Northampton Borough Council that parts delays have pushed back the next phase of the 03/29 project and outlined recent and upcoming sewer work.
Public Works Supervisor Rich Ackerman and staff reported that missing parts have delayed work that had been scheduled to begin the week of Sept. 5; the project is likely postponed about two weeks while parts are delivered.
Council also heard that crews completed installation of a new catch basin on Osborne Alley last week. Borough staff said a new sewer tap will be installed for a property at Fifteenth Street and Dewey Avenue on Friday, Sept. 5, and that public works and sewer department crews will update the area used for the sledge dumpster at the Seward Glen on the same date.
During committee reports, public works and sewer staff noted the relining project has an initial payment to Musson Brothers for the relining work, and other line items tied to the 03/29 project appeared in the bills presented for payment. Council discussed whether state reimbursement was available for project costs and confirmed these items are borough responsibilities for the 03/29 work.
Less urgent details: the project timeline depends on parts delivery; staff said they will reschedule and notify the council when new dates are confirmed.