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Council OKs sidewalk replacements at fire hall and liquor store; contractor bid $19.50 per sq. ft.
Summary
The Thief River Falls City Council approved a Finbow Construction sidewalk replacement project at the fire hall and the liquor store at an estimated rate of $19.50 per square foot, using remaining building-maintenance funds and leftover renovation funds.
The council approved replacing damaged sidewalks at the fire hall and the downtown liquor store, work that city staff said was needed to correct tripping hazards and noncompliant walkways.
City staff said the fire‑hall replacement is funded from an account originally budgeted for basement repairs and bathroom updates; those projects came in under budget after in‑kind donations and city labor, leaving approximately $10,000 available. Steve (surname not specified) also has funds available in building‑maintenance for 2025, and staff said combining projects would yield a competitive bid.
Finbow Construction — the contractor that previously completed stair and sidewalk work at the Ralph — offered a per‑square‑foot bid of $19.50. The council heard staff estimates of $6,825 for the fire hall portion and $1,560 for the liquor‑store portion. Councilman Arstead moved to approve the purchase; the motion was seconded by Councilman Langness and approved by voice vote.
Staff emphasized the work addresses documented trip hazards and noted timing this fall fit the contractor’s schedule.
