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Benton City approves emergency replacement of failing roadway vault lid and authorizes up to $36,000

Benton City Council · February 18, 2026
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Summary

The council declared an emergency to replace a failing vault lid on a roadway that is now subject to heavier truck traffic, and authorized public works to proceed with a Category 8 plate if the price is under $36,000 plus tax, otherwise use the Category 7 option.

Benton City — The council approved an emergency declaration and directed public-works staff to proceed with replacing a damaged roadway vault lid, authorizing up to $36,000 plus tax for a Category 8 upgrade; if the Category 8 plate could not be obtained within that budget, staff were authorized to install a Category 7 plate.

Staff said the vault lid installed in 2018–2019 had been rated for…

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