The Wildwood City Council on Aug. 11 approved a city contract with Gershenson Construction Company Inc. to build a roundabout at the State Route 109 and State Route BA South intersection, authorizing City staff to execute the construction agreement and related documents.

Contract details and timing: City staff said the contract authorizes construction work including traffic control and incidental items shown on the project drawings. The anticipated notice‑to‑proceed and start of major work is expected in February 2026. Public‑works staff noted MoDOT has plans to resurface adjacent segments and the City will coordinate with the state to leave an appropriate gap while the roundabout work is performed.

Why it matters: Roundabouts are a long‑used strategy to reduce crash severity and maintain traffic flow at busy intersections. Council discussion in July and the August work session had included materials summarizing the safety benefits of roundabouts; some council members asked procedural and schedule questions before approving the contract.

Vote and next steps: The council approved the ordinance authorizing the contract by roll call; staff will begin preconstruction coordination with the contractor and adjacent agencies. The construction timeline and traffic‑control plans will be shared with the public before work begins.