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Public works director reports progress on animal shelter, wastewater plant, Kendrick Avenue bridge and John R. Dion Track & Field
Summary
Public Works Director Steve D'Agostino updated the council on multiple capital projects: the animal shelter is projected to open pending a railroad easement and permanent power, the wastewater plant is operating well, a Kendrick Avenue bridge repair RFP will be prepared, and the John R. Dion Track & Field is complete and in regular use.
Public Works Director Steve D'Agostino told the Woonsocket City Council Monday that several capital projects are progressing, including the new animal shelter, wastewater-plant upgrades, a planned Kendrick Avenue bridge repair, and the recently completed John R. Dion Track & Field.
Animal shelter: D'Agostino said the shelter contractor projects a November opening but cautioned that a permanent power solution and a railroad easement remain outstanding. "There was a rumor that there was a delay there because of a power situation. That's false ... We're just waiting for a permanent power situation and a railroad company to okay the easement," he said.
Wastewater plant: D'Agostino said the treatment plant is performing well and engineers will perform a small upgrade next Friday. He reported reservoir levels are down 72 inches in Reservoir Number 3 and said the level "bears watching" but is not presently a concern.
Kendrick Avenue bridge: The director said the city will engage an engineering firm to prepare an RFP and oversee the project because the bridge supports water mains strapped to its underside; the work will be put out to bid once engineering scope is complete.
John R. Dion Track & Field: D'Agostino and the mayor both praised contractors and city crews for completing the track and field project. D'Agostino named contractors including Gentas Construction, Kimbell Sand and Gravel, Rad Corporation, NATO Construction and Paglarini Nursery; he singled out staff for daily maintenance and watering.
Why it matters: The projects affect public infrastructure, parks and animal services. The animal shelter opening depends on coordination with utilities and a railroad easement; the Kendrick Avenue bridge supports water infrastructure and will require a formal repair contract.
No formal council action was required for this update.
