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Commission approves $100,154 change order for Bryant Road asphalt overlay
Summary
The commission approved Change Order No. 1 (2025) for the county’s asphalt overlay program that increases construction cost by $100,154.19 to convert a planned preventive thinner lift to a thicker overlay on Bryant Road.
Cole County commissioners on Sept. 16 approved change order No. 1‑2025 for the county asphalt overlay program, increasing the construction cost for Bryant Road by $100,154.19.
Public works staff described the change as a shift from an internally laid thinner preventive lift (often followed later by chip seal) to a contractor‑installed, thicker overlay. Staff said comparing pickup and placement costs made contractor work more economical for this thicker overlay and that the longer‑term product will be more durable even though the immediate cost per ton is higher.
Why it matters: a thicker overlay increases short‑term construction costs but is intended to extend pavement life and reduce future maintenance. Staff said some change orders are made “fluidly” during the year to respond to conditions and priorities.
Action taken: a commissioner moved to approve and sign Change Order No. 1‑2025 for the asphalt overlay program; the commission approved the change order by voice vote. The transcript records “All in favor? Aye.” No roll‑call tally was recorded.
Ending: staff will proceed with contractor placement for the overlay on Bryant Road under the approved change order.
