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Lakemore council approves engineering services for Second Street water-line replacement; council discusses water pressure and sewer work
Summary
Council accepted a $49,000 engineering proposal for the Second Street water-line replacement and discussed recent increases in water pressure, planned pipe replacements and sewer lining in numbered-streets areas.
The Village of Lakemore Council on Jan. 8 accepted a proposal from Hamletree and Associates LTD for professional surveying and engineering services to design and construct a replacement water line on Second Street, with an estimate of $49,000.
Council members and staff also discussed recent changes in water pressure following a new water-storage tower and ongoing preparatory work for larger water and sewer projects in the numbered-streets area (the “phase 1” area). Officials said the upgraded pressure has helped spot weak pipes, prompting prioritization of the Second Street replacement and other line work.
Why it matters: The engineering contract and related utility work are preparatory steps for capital construction that will affect water service reliability, street disruptions during construction and the village’s capital budget.
Details and context
- Engineering services: Resolution 7424-2025, accepted by council, authorizes Hamletree and Associates LTD to perform survey and engineering for design and construction of the Second Street water-line replacement. The proposal attached to the resolution names an estimated fee of $49,000; council approved the resolution and dispensed with the three readings.
- Water pressure and repairs: Council members reported that residents have noticed higher water pressure after the new water tower became operational; council said increased pressure can reveal weak spots and cause breaks. Council stated public-works crews are replacing problem lines and that the Second Street project is expected to reduce failures.
- Sewer and related work: Officials said United Survey has been mapping sewer lines in the phase 1 area (numbered streets and Lake Road) and named contractors (H. M. Miller and Dominion) have started work on the Michael’s/Fairdale/Danforth water, sewer and storm projects.
- Funding and procurement: The engineering proposal was accepted and related funds were reflected in Ordinance 1879-2025, which amended 2024 appropriations to account for OPWC and OWDA funds listed in the ordinance text. Council flagged contract execution and design as next steps before construction bidding.
What council said: Council did not record dissent on the engineering procurement; members repeatedly thanked public-works crews for snow removal and for responding to water breaks during recent weather events.
Next steps: Staff to execute the engineering contract, begin surveying and design, and report progress back to council. Construction timing depends on design completion, permitting and funding availability.
