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Council puts Brecksville Road streetscape and waterline project on first reading, seeks joint workshop

Independence City Council · January 13, 2026
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Summary

Council discussed a roughly $5.8 million waterline and streetscape project with weekend construction limits and liquidated damages for weekend overruns; members requested a joint workshop with finance, utilities and streets committees before final action.

City engineering staff presented a comprehensive Brecksville Road project that includes a major water main, storm-sewer work, limited lane widening (2 feet on each side), decorative lighting and road adjustments. Staff reported nine plan holders and five bids, with a low bid of $5.818 million versus an estimate of $6.5 million.

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