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Jackson City Council approves trail contract, equipment purchase, property sale and union contract; most votes unanimous
Summary
The Jackson City Council on July 22 approved multiple contracts, budget amendments and appointments that advance infrastructure, public works and downtown projects.
The Jackson City Council on July 22 approved multiple contracts, budget amendments and appointments that advance infrastructure, public works and downtown projects.
Highlights
- MLK Equality Trail: Council awarded the contract to Merlot Construction Co. of Milford for $298,052 for the MLK Equality Trail extension on Mechanic Street (Detroit Street to Trail Street). Council discussion noted a $200,000 grant and a city match of roughly $98,000; the item passed 6–1.
- Water-system contracts and change orders: Council approved two contract balance change orders for the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Phase 1 water-main replacement with Bailey Excavating — Change Order 3 decreased the contract by $327,341.74 to reconcile field quantities; a separate Change Order…
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