Board approves rural intersection lighting contract despite bids 75% over estimate
County highway staff told commissioners the low bid for a 10‑intersection rural lighting project was $404,317 — about 75% over the county estimate — and recommended awarding the contract; the board voted to approve the award and cover the overage from other levy savings.
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Stearns County highway staff recommended awarding a construction contract for a rural intersection lighting project after receiving a low bid that was nearly 75% above the county’s estimate.
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