Madras Public Works reports progress on infrastructure, housing and drainage projects

Feb 3, 2026

Public Works updated the commission on multiple projects: underground storm drainage on Cleveland/Birch/Third, Chenni Cottages grading permit and street connection, several occupied homes at a 10th Street Manufactured Home Park, Demers Pump Station bid timing moved to late March, and ODOT project bidding in April for summer construction.

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Michele Quinn briefed the commission on several Public Works projects. Underground infrastructure installation (storm drainage and dry wells) is in progress on Cleveland, Birch and Third streets. A grading permit has been issued for Chenni Cottages on E Street; that development will include a public street connecting from the Eagle roundabout to E Street, while other interior streets will remain private.

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