Board ratifies $150,786.09 MRI change order after debate on budget process
Jan 28, 2025
The board ratified MRI Construction Change Order Estimate #500 for Phase I/II stormwater projects totaling $150,786.09 amid criticism about contracting processes and budget carryovers; counsel was directed to draft 'ground rules' for future approvals.
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District Engineer Charlie Krebs and PSGRC staff summarized field changes and the need to relocate inlets for the Phase II stormwater work, explaining the change order's scope and that the adjustments followed homeowner field tours. Vice Chair Terry Mountford voiced strong concern about the process, saying the CDD "was already $300,000+ over budget for this type of project" and objecting to approving another $150,786.09 "without scheduling a Special Meeting to discuss and vote on it."
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