Public Works Committee 04-07-2026

The City of Norwalk Connecticut Public Works Committee met on April 7, 2026, to discuss several procurement and capital improvement projects. Key procurement actions included authorizing the mayor to sign a maintenance agreement with the Connecticut Department of Transportation for installation and upkeep of a thermoplastic crosswalk, expected to cost $8,000 to $10,000. The committee also approved a sole source contract amendment with New Gen Strategies and Solutions LLC for municipal solid waste disposal consulting services, not to exceed $42,500, aimed at expanding and optimizing the city's food scrap program. Additionally, the committee authorized a contract with Titan Enterprises, Inc. for the Norwalk Public Works Center salt shed foundation wall replacement project, with a contract value not to exceed $1,240,000. The meeting included detailed discussions on ADA-compliant curb ramp installations funded by an existing $100,000 capital budget, and a presentation on stormwater drainage projects and GIS-based flood mapping to prioritize future capital investments. The committee unanimously approved moving these items forward to the full council for final approval. Public participation focused on waste management and recycling program improvements, emphasizing education and regional coordination.