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Council approves fire-hydrant and valve work in Industrial TIF at $278,844.62

City of Chicago Heights City Council · April 1, 2026
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Summary

The council approved Resolution #2026-28 to install nine new fire hydrants and seven main line valves in the Industrial TIF area, awarding the contract to M&J Underground at $278,844.62.

The City Council unanimously approved Resolution #2026-28 to award the City's fire hydrant replacement project to the lowest responsible bidder, M&J Underground, for $278,844.62. Public Utilities Superintendent Craig Blanchette said the work would install nine new hydrants and seven main valves in the Industrial TIF area on the city's east side; Alderman Renee Smith moved the resolution and Alderman Kelli Merrick seconded.

Council recorded a unanimous vote in favor of the award. Blanchette presented the quantities and the project location during the briefing; staff will proceed with contracting and scheduling with the awarded contractor.