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Council approves New Haven Drive change order and hires LHB for Wagner Road bridge design
Summary
Council approved a change order to Braun for New Haven Drive Phase Two environmental assessment and authorized LHB to provide design ($39,580) and construction administration ($54,930) services for the Wagner Road Bridge; staff noted a $326,000 shortfall on New Haven Drive Phase Two and discussed funding options.
City Administrator Ms. Przybinski asked the council to approve a change order to Braun on the Phase Two environmental assessment for New Haven Drive related to HUD 58; council approved the change order by voice vote.
Staff also presented a proposal from engineering firm LHB for design and construction administration services for the Wagner Road Bridge. The design fee was stated as $39,580 with construction administration estimated at $54,930. The council approved the LHB proposal after brief discussion; staff indicated the city typically fronts design costs and may be reimbursed on the construction side through state funding.
Separately, staff provided an overview of New Haven Drive funding: the two‑phase project is underfunded by about $326,000 for Phase Two. Staff proposed using internal reserves if external funding does not materialize and asked the council for a comfort level to move forward; councilors signaled support to proceed and to seek external resources when possible.
Next steps: staff will proceed with the approved change order, engage LHB for bridge services, and return with detailed funding and reimbursement plans as appropriate.
