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June 16, 2026 - Regular City Council Meeting
Published: Jun 16, 2026
Best Asphalt Awarded Atwood Park Walking Path Project
The council approved the bid award for the 2026 Atwood Park hot mix asphalt (HMA) patch removal and replacement project to Best Asphalt. The project, funded by the DDA and Act 51 funds, will replace the walking path, address tree root issues, and widen the path. The bid was $249,921, with a 10% contingency. DPW has begun preparatory work.
Inland Water Pollution Control Wins Bid for $163,985 Sewer Slip Lining Project
The council approved the bid award for the 2026 slip lining project to Inland Water Pollution Control for $163,985, plus a 10% contingency. This project targets a deteriorating sanitary sewer segment along eastbound Michigan Avenue, identified as needing repair before the upcoming MDOT reconstruction. The slip lining method is expected to extend the pipe's life by 20-30 years and is considered a cost-effective alternative to full excavation and replacement.
City Council Approves $163,985 Bid for Sanitary Sewer Slip Lining Project
The council approved the bid award for the 2026 slip lining project, with Inland Water Pollution Control submitting the low bid. This project aims to address issues with a deteriorating sanitary sewer segment along eastbound Michigan Avenue, south of Wayne Road, to be completed before the MDOT reconstruction of the avenue next summer. The 10% contingency allows for unforeseen site conditions without requiring immediate council approval for adjustments up to that amount. The slip lining is expected to extend the pipe's lifespan by 20-30 years, offering a cost-effective alternative to full replacement.
Al's Asphalt Awarded Bid for City-Wide Road Resurfacing Project
The council approved the bid award for the 2026 asphalt resurfacing and removal and replacement project to Al's Asphalt. This project will address road conditions in an area bounded by Annapolis, Grant Street, and Taft in Taylor, and will involve resurfacing existing streets and reconstructing others. The project is scheduled for later in the summer and is funded from the local roads budget. Al's Asphalt, though new to working with the city, has been vetted for experience and capability based on similar projects completed for other communities.
Public Raises Concerns Over FOIA Appeal Transparency
During public comment, residents expressed concerns about the transparency and process of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) appeals. They noted that the appeals were voted on without sufficient public information about the original requests, the city's responses, or the basis for the council's decisions to disapprove them. The lack of clarity in the process was highlighted as a barrier to public understanding and accountability.
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