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Board approves contract extensions for regional infrastructure projects
Summary
The board approved multiple contract extensions and a scope amendment for rural and port infrastructure projects, citing permit delays and coordination with state agencies; staff recommended, and the board accepted, revised dates for several pre-contract windows.
The board voted to approve extension requests and a scope amendment on multiple projects, citing external permitting delays and coordination needs with other agencies. Staff recommended extensions for Mason County PUD No. 3's Olympic Ridge substation to 05/20/2027, the City of Cheney's Industrial Park feasibility study to 07/16/2026, and the Port of Bellingham's airport industrial park work to 07/16/2026; each motion passed by voice vote.
"They're asking to extend it to 05/20/2027," said Janae, the board's executive director, explaining EDA supplemental funding delays and Washington State DOT freight corridor timing as causes for Mason County's request. Board members asked procedural clarifying questions before approving the extensions.
The board also approved a scope amendment for Porto Vostalo's Bruce Water construction project to add replacement of up to 34 water meters, funded from the project's contingency and not requiring additional CURB funds. Chair noted the amendment did not increase CURB's cost exposure and the motion carried.
Why it matters: the board said the extensions reflect widespread delays in permitting and contractor availability; staff recommended referring the broader question of standard pre-contract timelines to the policy committee for review. The board agreed and formally referred that policy discussion for committee consideration.
