Summary
A $1 million federal earmark is available to fix an old storm drain running under the building — options include lining it, rerouting it, or replacing it, which could mean demolishing the building. Council will need to weigh in once a consultant evaluates the options.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
The full $1 million federal earmark can go to the project with no local match, but a full fix could far exceed that.
Downtown property owners and the whole stormwater system, since the aging drain is a known risk.
Mentions & discussions (2)
| Mayor & Council Meeting: Work Session — September 8, 2026
A $1 million federal earmark will help address the 130+ year-old storm drain running under the Elizabeth Hager Center — options range from lining it to relocating it around the building.
| Mayor & Council: Work Session — September 8, 2026
A $1 million federal earmark is available to fix an old storm drain running under the building — options include lining it, rerouting it, or replacing it, which could mean demolishing the building. Council will need to weigh in once a consultant evaluates the options.
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