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Willard council pauses Highway 89 crossings project after higher bid; requests itemized $50,000 invoice
Summary
Council voted to stop the Highway 89 crossings project after a new bid was higher and covered fewer crossings; staff were asked to obtain an itemized invoice for approximately $50,000 in services to date before any further commitment.
The Willard City Council voted to halt work on a Highway 89 crossings project after city leaders said the updated bid was significantly higher than expected and removed one crossing from the scope. Mayor Travis Mote said the city was advised it could exit the agreement but would be responsible for paying for services performed so far, an amount the city estimated at roughly $50,000.
The mayor said he requested an itemized invoice and all deliverables before making a final decision but had not received that documentation. Council members discussed alternatives, including the possibility of performing boring of the crossings themselves at lower cost. Council Member Jacob Bodily moved to stop work on the Highway 89 crossovers; Council Member Rod Mund seconded the motion and all present voted in favor.
The council tasked staff with obtaining an itemized invoice and deliverables from the contractor and exploring lower-cost options for completing the crossings. No further work will proceed until the city reviews the requested documentation.
