Topeka Infrastructure Committee approves $1.38M Redbud pump station and $325K East Plant roof replacement

At its June meeting, the Topeka City Infrastructure Committee approved two cash-funded public-works projects: a $1.38 million replacement of the Redbud pump station and a $325,000 roof replacement on the East Plant filter (B) building.

Director Davis, speaking for the Utilities Department, said the Redbud station — located at the north end of Fairlane near the governor’s mansion — was identified for replacement in the city’s small pump station master plan and needs updating to maintain service. "This pump station was identified for replacement as part of our small pump station master plan," Davis said, and staff estimated construction would take eight months. Davis said staff will provide a service-area map following the meeting.

Davis also described the East Plant B-building roof project, estimated at $325,000 with about 30 days of construction and coordination through Public Works facilities. Both projects are planned to be paid from cash on hand, Davis said.

Councilwoman Ortiz moved to approve both contracts; Deputy Mayor Hofer seconded. The motions carried unanimously, 3-0. The committee recorded no abstentions and no recorded opposition during the verbal roll call.

The approvals authorize city staff to proceed to construction bidding and contract execution under the timelines described. No additional conditions or amendments were recorded in committee minutes. The committee then moved to public comment.