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Parma Heights council approves Nathan Hale stormwater basin, directs city to seek bids
Summary
Council unanimously passed an emergency ordinance authorizing bidding and contracting for the Nathan Hale Stormwater Basin project and directing the Director of Public Service to advertise for competitive bids; city leaders said ARPA and county funds are being pursued to cover costs.
Parma Heights City Council unanimously passed an emergency ordinance on May 23 authorizing the city to advertise for bids and contract for the Nathan Hale Stormwater Basin project.
The ordinance (2022-19) was read aloud by Clerk of Council Barbara Allen and, after a motion to suspend the rules, the council voted aye by roll call: Walsh, Stavole, Haase, Maruschak, DeSouza, Durichko and Rounds. The measure directs the Director of Public Service to solicit competitive bids and authorizes the mayor to enter into a written contract with the lowest and best bidder.
Mayor Tom Gallo told council the city has applied for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding and is seeking county support to help finish construction from North Church Drive to York Road and to fund work on the Nathan Hale Basin. He said the city expects to advertise for bids and, if all goes to plan, break ground within about six months.
Finance Director Iaconis said the city has not yet received its ARPA disbursement date but expects roughly $1 million; he and the mayor characterized infrastructure projects, including roads and stormwater work, as a priority for those funds.
The ordinance text authorizes the expenditure for the Nathan Hale Stormwater Basin project, directs competitive bidding, and includes an emergency clause so work and contracting procedures can proceed without delay. Council took no separate vote on funding sources during the meeting; specific contract awards and final bid tallies will appear in subsequent procurement records.
The council also handled related business during the meeting, including first readings of two code amendments and adoption of a separate county grant agreement for urban tree canopy work. The meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m.
What happens next: the Director of Public Service will advertise for bids as directed; contract awards and any identified ARPA or county funds to cover project costs will be reported in future council records.
