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Committee approves $382,087 change order for Munasquotucket River Greenway amid utility conflicts and delays
Summary
The committee approved a $382,087.25 change order to extend construction administration and field support for the Munasquotucket River Greenway project after crews encountered unmarked utilities and other unforeseen conditions. City staff said the extra work is CIP-funded and the project timeline now extends to September 2025.
The Providence City Committee on Finance on Feb. 11 approved a change order totaling approximately $382,087.25 to expand construction administration and on-site support for the Munasquotucket River Greenway construction contract.
Jess Lance, identified in the meeting as director of technical projects for planning and development, told the committee that as construction progressed crews discovered multiple conflicts with existing utilities — including an unmarked water main — and differences between site conditions and previously performed test pits. Those conditions…
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