RHS Consulting chosen for Main Street (Route 53) and Osborne Street signal coordination; federal grant to cover most costs

Purchasing Agent Charles J. Volpe reported five firms responded to the RFQ for coordination of traffic signals on Route 53 (Main Street) and Osborne Street; a review committee ranked RHS Consulting highest and the State DOT approved RHS on Feb. 11, 2026. The estimated total design cost is $1.5 million, with federal funding expected to cover up to $1.25 million; the City would be responsible for any costs above that cap.

Traffic Engineer V. Karukonda moved to award the RFQ to RHS Consulting as approved by the State DOT, contingent upon execution of an acceptable contract; J. Sterk seconded and the board carried the motion unanimously. The record does not specify the City's projected dollar share beyond the grant ceiling or a project timeline.