Description
Title: To authorize the City Attorney to spend City funds to acquire and accept in good faith certain fee simple and lesser real estate located in the vicinity of Williams Road between I-270 and Marketing Place, and contract for associated professional services in order for the Department of Public Utilities to timely complete the acquisition of Real Estate for the Blacklick Creek Main Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation project; to authorize an amendment to the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget; to authorize the expenditure of up to $200,000.00 from the Sanitary Bond Fund; and to declare an emergency. ($200,00
Summary
The document outlines an ordinance (Ord Number 0702-2026) related to expenditure authorization for the City of Columbus, specifically for the rehabilitation of the Blacklick Creek Main Trunk Sewer. The legislation authorizes a total expenditure of $200,000 to fund this project under the procurement category of Land, Buildings, and Structures. This ordinance affects the Department of Public Utilities and is aimed at improving the infrastructure related to wastewater management. It is significant because it addresses essential infrastructure needs, ensuring the city's sewage system is maintained and upgraded, which is crucial for public health and environmental protection.