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Several local infrastructure projects to be rebid after high bids; shortfall reported on water/sewer project
Summary
Council members said bids for a water-and-sewer project came in substantially higher than available funds, prompting a rebid; other local building and remodel projects were discussed but no formal actions taken.
Council members discussed several local infrastructure projects, including a water-and-sewer contract that received bids above the available budget and will be rebid, and other building and remodel activities in town.
A council member reported that all bids for a water-and-sewer project were “really, really high” and that the project will be rebid the following week. The member said the jurisdiction has $2.9 million available to build a project estimated at $3.8 million and that the work is not new construction but repairs and upgrades to existing systems.
Members also mentioned a revitalization project that was completed and described as looking “beautiful,” a planned fire-station remodel and improvements at the former senior center building. Separately, the council discussed utility relocation and noted that some local bidders were invited to participate in the rebid.
No formal votes were recorded on these topics during the meeting. Council members asked staff to continue rebidding and to engage local vendors where feasible.
