Council authorizes asbestos abatement at city park field house; initial bid about $37,113

Staff reported that testing of the field house at Gunter City Park identified asbestos and that abatement is required before further work or demolition. One bid of $37,113 had been received and staff sought council direction to authorize abatement up to a stated ceiling so work can proceed while additional bids are sought.

"The current bid is $37,113," staff said during the item; council authorized the city manager to proceed with abatement under a not‑to‑exceed authorization and approved the authorization by voice vote. Staff said funding for the work would come from the park fund balance and that they expect to solicit two more bids but wanted authority to proceed if the initial bid is the final price.

Council instructed staff to follow procurement policy and return with contract documentation if award exceeds the authorized ceiling.