Newark, OH

Sanitary sewer & manhole repair coming — Licking River

Reviewed Jul 20 · outcome not yet confirmed

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Resolution 26-40 authorizes the Director of Public Service to enter into a contract without competitive bidding for the repair of a damaged sanitary manhole and 200 feet of pipe within the North Fork Licking River. The project has been declared an emergency due to significant damage to the sanitary sewer.

What happened

Newark City Council is considering Resolution 26-40, which would authorize a no-bid contract with Layton Inc. for the repair of a damaged sanitary manhole and 200 feet of sewer pipe in the North Fork Licking River. The item is on the agenda for review.

Why it matters

While this is a no-bid contract with a named winner, it provides intel on current municipal work that requires emergency underground utility repair and river rehabilitation. This indicates an immediate need for specialized sewer and sitework contractors.

Timing

This resolution is being considered as an emergency item, indicating work is likely to proceed very quickly if approved by Council.

Source: newarkohio.gov