Board of Public Works & Safety Meeting – April 7, 2026
Board of Public Works & Safety Meeting – April 7, 2026
Note: The agenda listed the meeting date as April 6, 2026, but the meeting was held on April 7, 2026, as confirmed by the transcript.
The Board of Public Works & Safety convened on April 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM in City Hall. Key actions included awarding a paving contract, approving two special event permits, and processing claims totaling over $2.37 million.
Consent Calendar
- None recorded.
Public Comments & Testimony
- No public comments were made.
Discussion Items
Bids – City Paving 2026
Three bids were received for the 2026 paving project:
- Map Construction: Base bid $3,549,950; alternate $787,916
- Libs (likely Libs Contracting): Base bid $3,988,753.05; alternate $428,125
- Paul Contracting: Base bid $4,227,113.67; alternate $603,294
A board member recommended awarding the contract to Map Construction as the apparent low bidder on both base and alternate, contingent upon engineering and legal review. Board members moved and seconded approval. The motion carried unanimously.
New Business – Special Event Permits
City official Krystina Jarboe presented two special event permits:
- City of New Albany – Beautification Day: Dumpster drop-offs at River Run, Billy Herman, Bud Flynn, and East Spring Street Park. Dumpsters will be on site from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM but open to residents only from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Dumpsters at River Run and Billy Herman provided by Echo Tech; others by the city. Motion to approve carried.
- Breakaway Recovery – Rockin’ for Recovery: Scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the amphitheater. Event time: 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM; setup from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM. One parking spot reserved for a food truck. Organizers will bring trash cans and monitor them. Expected attendance: 100 people. Board inquired about restroom availability; it was noted that city restrooms may need to be operational or portable toilets provided. Motion to approve carried.
Dumpster Request – 327 Golf Street
A request for a dumpster at 327 Golf Street for two weeks (anticipated use 3–4 days) was presented. The dumpster will be placed on the street to avoid overhead wires. Dates starting April 7. Motion to approve carried.
City Officials' Reports
- Mr. Sanders provided an update on infrastructure work:
- Sidewalk section poured near previous alley work; storm drainage tie-in complete.
- Drainage improvements on Mount Tabor Road by Alltrane (Alltrane?) ongoing; traffic maintenance functioning well.
- Libs expected to mill and pave two alleys (off East Market and near Bignal Park) this week.
- Alltrane continuing Mount Tabor drainage work and curb ramp work on Academy Drive.
Claims
Claims for the period March 24 to April 6, 2026, were presented:
- General claims: Grand total $2,369,099.78. Motion to approve carried.
- Art claims: Grand total $3,000. Motion to approve carried.
Approval of Minutes
Minutes from the regular meeting of March 31, 2026, were approved unanimously.
Key Outcomes
- Paving contract awarded to Map Construction contingent on engineering/legal review (unanimous).
- Beautification Day special event permit approved (unanimous).
- Rockin’ for Recovery special event permit approved (unanimous) with note to verify restroom availability.
- Dumpster request for 327 Golf Street approved (unanimous).
- Claims totaling $2,372,099.78 approved (unanimous).
- Minutes of March 31, 2026, approved (unanimous).
- Meeting adjourned.
Meeting Transcript
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