Springdale City Council approved a professional services agreement on May 27 to hire McClellan Engineering for construction‑phase services on the Watkins Avenue improvements project, which includes a pedestrian bridge between 40th Street and Jean George Boulevard.

Dean (city staff) described the scope to the council: "This is the pedestrian bridge crossing and improvements of Watkins Avenue between Fortieth and Jean George Boulevard," and stated the construction‑phase services contract is an hourly, not‑to‑exceed agreement for $274,735.

The council voted to authorize execution of the construction phase agreement with McClellan Engineering, approving the resolution 6‑0. Staff indicated the award covers construction oversight and related services; the city will proceed with construction under the approved contract and the project number noted in the packet is 18BPS15.