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Council approves engineering agreement for Hazel Street sidewalk; construction estimated at ~$120,000
Summary
Council approved an engineering‑services agreement with Gardener Associates for a Hazel Street sidewalk between Elm Street and Park Lane; engineering fees are just over $33,000 and staff estimates construction at about $120,000 with likely spring 2025 construction.
Pella City Council approved an engineering‑services agreement with Gardener Associates for the Hazel Street sidewalk connecting Elm Street to Park Lane.
Mike explained that the proposed engineering fees are just over $33,000 and the latest construction estimate is about $120,000. He said the project is included in the city’s 2025 budget and, if the council proceeds, construction would likely begin in spring 2025. A resident during public forum had asked that notification be broadened beyond the standard 300‑foot notice and questioned whether homeowners would be assessed; staff replied the project is proposed as a city project and the memo indicates funding sources but did not confirm homeowner assessments at the mic.
Council members discussed alignment and noted survey and grading challenges in the corridor; Public Works Director Denny said the west side location appears preferable because of utility poles and major electric boxes on the east side. Council adopted Resolution No. 6741 authorizing the engineering agreement by roll‑call vote.
Why this matters: The sidewalk project is a relatively small capital improvement but affects pedestrian access and neighborhood property owners; questions about notification and potential assessments drew public comment.
What’s next: Staff will proceed with Gardener Associates’ engineering work and present design details, survey profiles and a construction timeline in follow‑up briefings.
