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Boardwalk project hit by unexpected oil tank, archaeological screening that raises costs
Summary
Coupeville officials told council that crews found an underground heating oil tank beneath the boardwalk alignment and tribal monitoring and screening of disturbed soil is increasing project costs; staff said one cement pour is complete and additional work aims to finish ahead of the August arts festival.
Town officials updated the council on July 22 about progress and unexpected costs on the downtown boardwalk and North Main sidewalk project.
Contractors have completed one concrete pour and planned a second pour; a crew of carpenters is lined up to install stringers, deck and handrails once substructure work finishes. Staff said the contractor still plans to have the boardwalk open and cleaned up before the Coupeville Arts & Crafts Festival setup beginning August 8.
Work slowed and changed after crews discovered an underground heating‑oil tank beneath the west end of the boardwalk. The tank lies shallow enough to prevent the originally planned timber decking…
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