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Board approves Payne & Dolan change order to extend paving, add pedestrian path near splash pad
Summary
Trustees approved a change order with Payne & Dolan that uses project underruns to extend paving to improve splash‑pad access, add a pedestrian path, and perform a 2‑inch mill/overlay on Wisconsin Street; board discussed infrastructure longevity, safety and funding sources.
The Village of Fredonia approved Change Order 1 with Payne & Dolan to expand the Wentzell Avenue and Murray Cross parking‑lot project, add a pedestrian path, and extend a 2‑inch mill/overlay along Wisconsin Street to improve access to the village splash pad.
Administrator Jenkins said the original contract came in under budget, producing "breathing room" that allowed the village to add improvements rather than pay separate mobilization costs later. He told trustees the project came in under the original not‑to‑exceed amount and that adding the extra pavement and pedestrian path increases efficiency while the contractor is mobilized. (Administrator Jenkins)
Public Works Director Eric described the work as a two‑inch grind and overlay to smooth bumps, trim cracks and improve driveway transitions; he said the added pedestrian path will move foot traffic away from parked cars near the splash pad. Trustees discussed whether a short‑term overlay would be wasted if the street later requires full reconstruction; Director Eric and Administrator Jenkins said the village has assessed the pipes and does not anticipate immediate full teardown on Wisconsin Street.
A motion to approve the change order carried by voice vote. Jenkins noted part of the funding derives from accumulated road grant dollars and some cash on hand, and trustees asked staff to consider whether remaining CIP funds could also support crosswalk equipment at nearby intersections.
