Committee approves $20,700 bid waiver for culvert repair on Fairview Drive

Public works requested a bid waiver to the incumbent contractor, Savi and Sons, to repair a failing 36‑inch culvert on Fairview Drive. Director Keith Madsley explained the lining approach avoids full excavation and that the company offered a significant discount because it performed the original work and warranty coverage was a factor; the original full cost would have been $45,700 and the company reduced it to $20,700.

Madsley said the lining method preserves the road during work and can be completed with less disruption. Committee members confirmed funds would come from the Town Aid Road account and asked about traffic control; Madsley said the work site is not on a main road and the town will provide traffic control if required. The committee approved the waiver and the $20,700 price by voice vote.