Council approves $291,000 contract with OHM Advisors for infrastructure resiliency and asset-management planning
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Summary
Council authorized a contract with OHM Advisors for an infrastructure resiliency plan (asset management and capital improvement plan) not to exceed $291,000; the project is 80% CDBG/state-funded with 20% local match and will support flood mitigation and future grant eligibility.
Dearborn Heights approved an agreement with Orchard Hills & McClement Inc., operating as OHM Advisors, to produce an infrastructure resiliency plan that will include asset management and a capital improvement plan focused on water and sewer systems.
Council discussion noted the city's recurring flooding problems and the lack of a comprehensive plan. Staff and administrator Gary said the work will position the city for future grants and provide a blueprint for flood mitigation, sewer and water infrastructure projects. The contract is not to exceed $291,000; staff said 80% of the cost is covered by a state-administered CDBG grant and 20% comes from the waterfront/water fund, limiting impact on the general fund.
Councilman Robert Constance moved the contract and Councilwoman Breyer seconded; the motion carried by voice vote. Staff explained the project is bid through the state (because of state funding) and that the vendor will deliver a one-year phased project with internal and public meetings. Council asked for a project timeline and for coordination with the city master plan update.
