Board approves CIB funding for Robertsdale siren relocation and Clark Field storm-sewer redesign

The Hammond Board of Public Safety approved two Capital Improvement Board (CIB) funding allocations and associated agreements: $9,700 for Robertsdale siren relocation and $17,700 for Clark Field storm-sewer redesign.

Staff explained the siren relocation is required because Fire Station 2 is being constructed and staff will move to the new station while the old station will be demolished, leaving the siren on property planned for sale. The board approved the funding allocation and the corresponding agreement with Braniff Communications to relocate the siren.

On Clark Field, staff said the storm sewer was designed by a previous engineer in the wrong location and work is needed to relocate the sewer into the easement. The board approved a funding allocation of $17,700 and a contract with NACE Engineering for design to move the line back into the easement; staff said the city will seek restitution from the previous engineer later.

Both funding allocations were approved after motions and votes recorded as "aye." The board also directed staff to return related agreements signed by the controller and mayor and to proceed with the design work and procurement steps.