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City authorizes up to $30,000 for emergency sewer repairs at South Jackson Performing Arts Center
Summary
Public works staff told the board of an 80‑year‑old clay sewer line leaking sewage gas and disabling new bathrooms. After engineers recommended camera inspection and a trenchless repair method, the board authorized repairs not to exceed $30,000 and directed staff to use bond contingency funds if needed.
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen on March 9 authorized up to $30,000 to address an active sewer-line failure at the South Jackson Performing Arts Center after staff described sewage‑gas intrusions and unusable restrooms.
Public works staff reported that the problem began with a hard‑to‑flush toilet and later developed into repeated sewer‑gas concerns affecting rehearsal and public spaces. "We at least now know what direction it's going in," said Greg (public works), describing an…
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