Works Board approves Big Concrete contracts for Central and South fire-station apron repairs

The Highland Works Board approved two contracts with Big Concrete & Excavating to repair and replace concrete aprons and barrier curbs at the town’s Central and South fire stations.

Central Station: Big Concrete’s proposal for southeast apron replacement (40'x40' apron, 50' curb, rebar mat, 8" slab; 43-yard concrete allowance) was accepted at $24,200. The public-works crew will remove existing concrete and prepare the base prior to pouring.

South Station: The board accepted a second proposal covering removal and replacement of the front south apron and adjacent parking (approx. 4,180 sq. ft.; 8" slab; 108-yard concrete allowance; west door sill repair). Big Concrete’s quote is $59,445, with Public Works responsible for demolition and base work.

Procurement and votes: Town staff described the purchases as special purchases consistent with the Highland Municipal Code and state procurement law because the town had an existing pricing arrangement with the contractor from an earlier award; the board found the awards appropriate under I.C. 5‑22 and local purchasing rules. Both orders passed on motions moved by Councilor Philip Scheeringa and seconded by Councilor Tom Black; roll-call tallies were four affirmative, zero opposed with Councilor Doug Turich recorded as an abstention on each order.

Why it matters: The repairs restore fire-station vehicle access and safety, and the board used an existing competitively bid price arrangement to expedite repairs after storm and usage-related wear. Public Works will complete removal, base preparation and disposal as part of the contract implementation.

Next steps: The Fire Chief is authorized to sign the contract documents and the Clerk‑Treasurer will file the financial documentation. Work scheduling and execution will be coordinated with Public Works.