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Oak Brook meter conversion update: council told bids are out; HOA can contribute $200,000 toward ~ $390,000 project
Summary
Public Works told Farmers Branch council on Feb. 4 that bids have been advertised for the Oak Brook transition from a master water meter to 56 individual meters, with an OPCC of roughly $390,000 and the Oak Brook HOA indicating it can contribute up to $200,000.
Public Works presented an update on the Oak Brook water‑meter conversion project, which will change a master meter system to individual unit meters.
Ray Savarius, director of public works, reported an opinion of probable construction cost (OPCC) of approximately $390,000 for the work, which will include installing 56 individual water meters. Staff began right‑of‑entry and legal agreements with owners in late 2024 and has advertised the project for bid; the first advertisement went out Jan. 31. Public Works has some meters in inventory and intends to use in‑stock meters if council approves proceeding.
Savarius said the Oak Brook homeowners association supplied financial documents showing the HOA could contribute up to $200,000 toward the project; the HOA has asked the city to consider making up the funding gap (roughly $190,000 on the OPCC). Council asked staff to evaluate financing options; the city attorney noted a public improvement district (PID) is a statutory tool the city could use to assess and finance improvements if the property owners agree and the process is followed.
Savarius emphasized advertising bids does not obligate the city to award a contract if bids exceed available funding. Council members asked for additional information on PID and other tools; city staff said they will return with options and a more complete cost picture after bids are received.
