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City spreads $93,998 emergency contract for sinkhole and sewer repairs
Summary
City staff reported an emergency contract with Cullum Construction for sinkhole and sewer-line repair with an initial base quote of $93,998; staff cautioned costs may rise once work opens the site and the board approved spreading the contract into the minutes.
City staff informed the board on April 21 that an emergency contract was executed with Cullum Construction to repair a sinkhole and collapsed sewer line, with a base estimated cost of $93,998. The board voted to spread the contract into the minutes and approved the action.
Staff warned that the $93,998 figure is a base quote and that the final cost could increase after the site is opened and conditions evaluated. One staff member noted the only comparable solid quote previously received was more than half a million dollars, underscoring the relative competitiveness of the Cullum bid.
The board was also briefed on contract details, including potential material tax treatment and the option for the city to purchase materials directly to avoid sales taxes on contractor purchases. Cullum Construction had begun work the day before the meeting and staff estimated a roughly four-week timeline if there are no complications.
