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Council leans toward city-led 40th Street water line project to save roughly $1 million
Summary
Public Works Director Jon Andersen presented costs and timelines for the 40th Street water line. After discussion the majority of council indicated support for the city completing the work to save about $1 million; no formal vote was recorded.
Public Works Director Jon Andersen briefed the council on costs and timelines for the 40th Street water line project and outlined options for completing the work. Andersen—s presentation included projected cost savings if the city performs the work directly rather than outsourcing or using a different delivery method.
During discussion, Mayor Russell Porter asked whether any council member opposed the city doing the project in order to save a million dollars. The minutes record that the majority indicated they were in favor of the city completing the work to realize the savings. The discussion did not result in a motion or vote at the Feb. 18 meeting; the item remained in the discussion stage for subsequent action or scheduling.
