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Lanark schedules restoration bid approvals; hydrant flushing work restores pressure after restricted valves
Summary
Bids for water/sewer restoration are due May 18 with approval expected May 19; crews spent about 20 hours locating and correcting partially closed valves including a severely restricted hydrant on Pearl Street, restoring system pressure.
City staff reported that restoration project bids for water and sewer work are due May 18, 2026, with council approval expected at the May 19 meeting. Attorney Ed Mitchell and consultants noted the city is re-shooting streets to finalize damage estimates for the surety-bond submittal and that Fehr Graham will review and verify the figures before submission to the surety company.
Hydrant flushing operations uncovered several improperly functioning or partially closed valves, including a severely restricted hydrant on Pearl Street that showed minimal flow on video. Crews spent roughly 20 hours locating and correcting valve issues, which successfully restored proper water pressure throughout the system. The council expects final bid tabulations and surety paperwork at the next meeting.
