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Jasper board eyes expedited repair of rusted storm pipe at Lions Club Park, may hold special meeting to open bids
Summary
City staff told the Jasper Storm Water Board that an 84‑inch corrugated metal pipe under the walking path at Lions Club Park is failing and estimated repair costs at about $50,000–$60,000; staff asked the board to hold a brief special meeting (target July 29) to open quotes so work can proceed quickly, pending river levels.
A staff member told the Jasper Storm Water Board on July 13 that an 84‑inch corrugated metal storm pipe beneath the walking path near the cemetery at Lions Club Park has a rusted bottom and is threatening the adjacent fence and walking surface. "We're estimating about $50,000–$60,000," the staff member said, asking the board to consider a brief special meeting to open contractor quote letters.
The staff member said the work had been planned for the fall but that the deterioration and loss of ground around the fence prompted an earlier timetable. They proposed holding a 15‑minute special session either July 29, 30 or 31 (the board discussed targeting Wednesday, July 29 at 8:00 a.m.) or the first week of August so the city can publish quote letters, allow the required 14‑day solicitation window, and get a contractor mobilized as soon as river levels permit.
Board members discussed logistics and noticing requirements. The Chair asked staff to verify room availability and post the meeting in the lobby; staff agreed to email the board to confirm the chosen date and to complete required public notice at least 48 hours before the session. "If you can let me know today, that'd be great because we will send out letters with a date on it as soon as we got it," the staff member said.
The request did not include a formal contract award; staff said they will return with bids and a recommendation after the quote period. The board did not take a formal vote on awarding work at the July 13 meeting; instead, members approved routine claims and minutes earlier in the session and scheduled follow-up to consider competitive bids once the special meeting is noticed.
The project, as described to the board, would replace the rusted bottom section of the 84‑inch diameter pipe that runs under the walking path near the cemetery and is a high-visibility location for the city. Staff noted river level conditions could delay work until it is safe to perform the repairs.
