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EDA reports Dig Rite expansion into Medford industrial park; plans for engineering and streetlight upgrades

Medford City Council / Medford Economic Development Authority / Medford Public Works Authority · January 1, 2026
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Summary

Medford Economic Development Director reported that Jay Mitzner (Dig Rite Hydro-Excavation) is purchasing two industrial park lots to build a facility, add office space and hire four employees; engineering for the industrial park is next and OG&E streetlight improvements are planned.

At the Jan. 13 meeting of the Medford Economic Development Authority, the Economic Development Director reported that Jay Mitzner, owner of Dig Rite Hydro-Excavation (Hutchinson, Kansas), is purchasing two lots in Medford's Industrial Park and intends to build a new building to house vehicles, tools and office space. The report states Dig Rite "plans to add office space in the building and hire 4 employees."

The director said staff met with Myer's Engineering to discuss the next steps in Industrial Park engineering and planning (funded by the Prep-D grant). The report also noted plans to meet with OG&E's engineer to plan streetlight improvements (upgrades, beautification, and maintenance). The EDA approved routine minutes, financials and claims and adjourned at 4:48 p.m.