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Council approves emergency resolution to repair collapsed sewer line on Price Boulevard
Summary
The council declared an emergency and authorized immediate repairs to a collapsed sewer line on Price Boulevard between 16th and 24th streets; city staff reported the replacement work will likely cost in the millions and affect the FY2026 budget.
The Guymon City Council approved an emergency resolution authorizing immediate repair and replacement of a collapsed sewer line on Price Boulevard between 16th and 24th streets after staff reported multiple collapses and public-health concerns.
City staff described the problem as a significant sewer-line collapse affecting roughly 300 feet of infrastructure and said the replacement project could cost in the “millions of dollars,” which will affect the 2026 budget. The council passed a resolution that allows the city to move forward without the normal competitive-bid timeline under the applicable emergency procurement provisions.
Staff said a design survey and preliminary cost estimates are already underway and that the city will monitor costs as the project progresses. Council members and staff discussed preliminary line-item costs, including traffic control, and noted those early estimates are subject to revision. The city will present additional contract approvals and budget adjustments to the council as design and bids progress.
Ending: With the emergency resolution approved, staff can immediately engage contractors and begin urgent repairs; the council was advised that the project will require follow-up budget actions and detailed cost tracking.
