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Commission approves pay application for wastewater plant expansion; contractor work advancing
Summary
Council approved Pay Application No. 2 to RP Constructors LLC for $217,968.69 covering April–May work on the Rio Grande City wastewater treatment plant expansion. Staff said the expense will be reimbursed by the Texas Water Development Board and highlighted construction milestones on the clarifier and chlorine contact basin.
The Rio Grande City Commission approved Pay Application No. 2 for RP Constructors LLC covering work on the wastewater treatment plant expansion and authorized staff to seek reimbursement from the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB).
Project update: Staff and the contractor reported ongoing work on the new clarifier and chlorine contact basin, including excavation, rebar installation and concrete pours. The general contractor began work after a March notice to proceed; staff described the contractor’s current activities and said the project remains on a schedule that anticipates substantial completion in October 2027 and final completion in December 2027.
Financial and procedural details: The pay application presented to the commission covered RP Constructors’ work from April 26 through May 25 and totaled $217,968.69 (including retainage). Staff said the payment will be submitted for TWDB reimbursement and that the TWDB process has been used previously by the city for similar reimbursements.
Why it matters: The treatment-plant expansion increases capacity the city needs to accept additional collection lines and future colonia connections. Staff said monthly on-site construction meetings and routine reporting will continue.
Commission action: After a staff recommendation, the commission moved, seconded and approved the pay request by voice vote.
Next steps: Staff will submit the reimbursement request to TWDB and continue monthly construction monitoring, returning to the commission for significant contract actions as required.
