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Union City council approves $5,000 storm‑pipe repair at Municipal Lot #1
Summary
Council accepted a $5,000 quote from Mansfield to repair and reconnect pipe at a sinkhole in Municipal Lot #1, with the borough supplying pipe and fittings; the motion passed unanimously.
Union City Borough Council voted July 23 to accept a $5,000 quote from Mansfield to repair and reconnect storm‑sewer pipe at a sinkhole in Municipal Lot #1, with the borough providing the pipe and fittings. Councilor James Kerns moved the measure and Councilor Steadman seconded; the motion carried unanimously.
The council reviewed competing bids, including a $6,800 offer from McLallen Construction. Borough Manager Cindy Wells and Streets Supervisor Bob Phillips told council the borough would supply the pipe and fittings at an estimated cost of $5,000. The motion included the condition that the work proceed pending no other problems discovered during installation.
The streets report noted dye placed in a storm drain near Hogan’s Alley is entering sanitary lines that run to Municipal Lot #1; crews plan to run camera inspections to determine the full route of the problem. Council discussion referenced the unexpected costs of stormwater repairs as a concern in other recent budget deliberations.
The council recorded the motion, authorized the repair contract to proceed under the stated conditions, and agreed staff will monitor the repair and any downstream impacts.
