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Council awards nearly $2 million contract for new animal shelter
Summary
The Common Council awarded Forster Construction a $1,988,746 contract to build the city animal shelter and discussed oversight, construction administration and post‑award responsibilities.
The City of Superior Common Council approved awarding the construction contract for the new animal shelter to Forster Construction for $1,988,746.
Councilor Benner moved to approve the award; Councilor Dalbec seconded. Public Works Director Goetzmann summarized construction administration plans, noting the design architect will perform shop drawing reviews and three planned site visits and staff are seeking a local architect to provide regular on‑site oversight and reporting. Building inspection will also perform prescribed inspections.
Councilors asked whether the ad‑hoc committee that had overseen development remained active; staff indicated the committee’s work was likely complete once bids were received and a low bidder selected. Councilor Sweeney asked who would sign off on change orders; staff said the public works department would oversee the project with architect assistance and local support being sought for more frequent visits.
Councilors publicly thanked long‑time advocates and committee members, including Mick McKenzie, for years of work on the shelter project. The motion to award the construction contract passed unanimously.
Staff listed next steps for construction administration and indicated intent to identify a local architect to supplement construction oversight.
