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Kasson reviews 2026 CIP; council approves street maintenance bid
Summary
The council reviewed the draft 2026 Capital Improvement Plan, heard plans for a possible $9.5 million electric borrowing, and voted to award the 2026 street maintenance contract to Pearson Brothers (low bid, approximately $153,000). Several capital highlights and staffing notes were discussed.
KASSON — City staff presented the draft 2026 Capital Improvement Plan and the council approved a recommended contractor for the 2026 street maintenance project.
Administrator (S2) walked council through CIP highlights including street projects (1st and 2nd Northwest potentially spanning two construction seasons), fleet replacement timing for fire apparatus, plans to extend maintenance to avoid a near-term pool bond, and a southeast water tower project in progress. On electric system needs, staff said the city expects to seek roughly $9.5 million in borrowing later in the year to support a new substation; staff reported the electric system currently has no debt and said initial borrowing could be covered with current rates.
City engineer Brandon (S6) then presented the 2026 street maintenance scope (three phases: crack fill, chip seal, re-striping) and the accompanying bid tabulation. He noted recent chip-seal failures in the region and advised the council on alternatives and scheduling. The low bid was recommended from Pearson Brothers for approximately $153,000; councilmember Ryan moved to approve the resolution to accept the low bid and enter contract negotiations, a motion seconded and approved by voice vote.
Separately, the packet noted potential cemetery work including pricing for a columbarium (S2 referenced an example of about 120 niches to extend burial options) and minor equipment and personnel items across departments. The council asked staff to provide additional cost breakdowns and public outreach plans before any large rate or fee changes.
Votes at a glance: the council approved the consent agenda earlier in the meeting by voice vote; it approved the resolution to accept the low bid from Pearson Brothers for the 2026 street maintenance project by voice vote; it also approved probationary firefighter and EMR appointments on the consent motion.
