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Board of Public Works approves claims, payroll and street closures
Summary
At its Feb. 19 meeting the Richmond City Board of Public Works approved claims of $122,862.79 and payroll of $921,565.70, authorized street closures for two bridge projects and approved an overnight closure of Stimhajin Parkway for valve replacements.
The Richmond City Board of Public Works on Feb. 19 approved routine payment claims and several street closures.
Actions at a glance
• Claims for payment (dated Feb. 20, 2026): $122,862.79 — Motion made, seconded and approved by the board.
• Payroll claims for payment (dated Feb. 20, 2026): $921,565.70 — Motion made, seconded and approved by the board.
• Street closures for bridge projects: Approved. The board approved street closures needed for the Richmond Avenue and Bridge Avenue bridge work, which Officer Aaron Stevens said is scheduled March 2–Aug. 28, 2026.
• Overnight closure of Stimhajin Parkway (Chester Boulevard to Bridge Avenue): Approved. The shutdown, requested to allow replacement of dilapidated valves owned by the Indiana American Waterworks Company, had been delayed from Feb. 12; if carried out it will begin at 6:00 p.m. and finish by 6:00 a.m.
Each motion was moved, seconded and carried at the meeting; members indicated support by voice. The chair closed the meeting after the items were approved.
