At-a-glance: Bedford Board approves event closures, small change order, asset sale and a stormwater appraisal resolution

The City of Bedford Board of Works and Safety approved a slate of routine items on July 21, including permits for community events, a small contract change order, acceptance of an offer for a retired fire apparatus and authorization to hire appraisers for a stormwater-related property.

Event permits: The board approved roadblocks and closures for two community events. The Chair moved and the board approved blocking streets for the Becky's Place 2026 Thanksgiving Day 5K (November 26, 7:00 a.m. to noon) with the same route as last year; Melissa Shaw confirmed the date and said the police and fire departments have supported the event in prior years. The board also approved a J Street closure for the 7th annual Spaghetti on the Square benefit for the men's warming shelter, with setup beginning at 2:00 p.m. and the event scheduled 5:00–8:00 p.m. on Sept. 26.

Contract change order: The board approved Stone City Excavating change order No. 1 (invoice 093) totaling $775 for saw cutting ($300) and a light pole foundation ($475) associated with recent sidewalk work. Brandon explained the saw cut avoided disrupting adjacent blacktop and that a new, properly mounted light pole foundation was required.

Asset sale: Chief Penick told the board the city received an offer of $170,000 for the former "Rescue 1" fire apparatus, listed through Garage Technologies. After a 10% service fee, the net proceeds would be $153,000 to the city; the board moved to accept the sale.

Stormwater appraisal resolution: Nancy requested hiring two appraisers to value property at 1309 13th Street to resolve a stormwater pipe issue (replacement or upsizing). The board approved Resolution 5-2026 authorizing the appraisals.

Administrative items: The board approved signing the claims and adjourned the meeting. Each of the motions was made, seconded, and approved by voice vote.