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Council authorizes procurement for police locker‑room plumbing tied to CREST grant
Summary
The council authorized advertising for competitive proposals for plumbing work at the police locker room, a component of a previously authorized $100,000 Crest grant to renovate the locker room; staff said the plumbing work is eligible for reimbursement through the grant.
Police Chief Renwick outlined the locker-room renovation and said the Common Council previously authorized acceptance of a $100,000 Crest grant for improvements. He asked the council to authorize solicitation of competitive bids for plumbing work that is necessary to complete the renovation and that is eligible for reimbursement under the grant.
"Approval of this resolution will allow the city to proceed with procurement of a qualified plumbing contractor and continue advancing the locker room renovation project in accordance with the grant requirements," Chief Renwick said. Council members asked whether Peekskill businesses could be given preference; staff explained procurement must follow rules for lowest responsible bidder but noted the city could explore potential local hiring or contracting incentives consistent with law.
Why it matters: The procurement will allow the city to complete a grant‑funded locker‑room renovation that city officials said will support officers' readiness and workplace conditions.
Next steps: The council authorized advertisement for competitive proposals and staff will proceed with procurement under grant rules.
