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Brecksville authorizes bid advertising for Highland Drive culvert replacement; plans and funding discussed
Summary
Council authorized the purchasing director to advertise public bidding for the Highland Drive Culvert (C-10) replacement project after staff reported plans are complete, easements obtained and funding sources identified.
City council authorized the purchasing director to advertise for public bids on the Highland Drive Culvert C-10 replacement project after city staff presented approved plans and an expected construction timeline.
The project team told council the design is complete, required easements have been secured, and the structure is larger than typically used (a 4-by-20 culvert). Staff said the schedule will allow ordering the culvert earlier in the year, and the contract is written to permit road closure the day after school ends, with an intent to reopen before school resumes.
Why it matters: The replacement addresses a stormwater/culvert need on Highland Drive and includes sidewalk removal and replacement as part of the work. The project will require public bidding, a procurement schedule that accounts for making and delivering a large culvert, and coordination to minimize impacts on school traffic.
Key points from the discussion
- Project size and schedule: City staff described the culvert as "4 by 20," larger than usual, and noted lead time to secure the culvert. The schedule as presented allows the contractor to close the road after school ends and aims to reopen it before school resumes.
- Funding: Staff said the project will be funded through D13 storm reimbursements and that the city is applying for additional funds from regional sewer authorities.
- Sidewalk work: The project includes the removal and replacement of a portion of the sidewalk adjacent to the work area.
Council action
Council moved and approved a motion authorizing the purchasing director to advertise for public bidding for the Highland Drive Culvert C-10 replacement project. The council vote on the motion was recorded as unanimous among members present.
Next steps
If bidding proceeds on the announced schedule, the city will receive contractor bids, evaluate them, and return to council or the purchasing director for contract award as required by city procurement rules.
