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Commission directs staff to proceed with Johnston Road culvert replacements despite business concerns
Summary
Following presentations on timeline, cost and community impacts, the board voted to proceed with culvert replacements on Johnston Road as planned rather than postpone the work and add a $49,900 storage cost. Commissioners debated timing, potential traffic closures and environmental permitting.
The St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners directed staff to proceed with planned culvert replacements on Johnston Road after hearing presentations about schedule, costs and potential business impacts.
Public Works Director Patrick Diane and County Engineer Dan Zarelli explained that two culvert replacement projects (Canals 16 and 17) were delayed by prior contract changes and an emergency repair elsewhere on Johnston Road. Staff offered two options: postpone the project and amend the construction contract by $49,900 to store…
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