Award $2.1 million contract to build Carlson Crosstown Connection
In Plain English
The city plans to hire Ghilotti Construction to build a new transportation connection called the Carlson Crosstown Connection. The contract includes $1.5 million for basic construction, plus $389,000 for bus shelters and $187,000 for unexpected costs. If approved, the total project cost reaches $2.1 million.
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Votes
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6 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The city council unanimously approved hiring Ghilotti Construction to build the Carlson Crosstown Connection, a new transportation link that will cost $2.1 million total. The contract includes $1.5 million for basic construction, $389,000 for bus shelters, and $187,000 set aside for unexpected costs during the project. All six members present voted yes, with Councilmember Beckles absent. This approval follows the council's typical pattern of supporting infrastructure contracts.
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