Board of Public Works - April 13, 2026

The City of Stevens Point Board of Public Works held a meeting on April 13, 2026, focusing heavily on infrastructure and procurement matters. Key procurement actions included awarding the 2026 Michigan Avenue underpass project to Switick and Sons for approximately $2.65 million, the Hoover Road resurfacing project to American Asphalt of Wisconsin for about $792,765, and the 2026 pavement maintenance project to Farner Asphalt Sealers for $169,301. Additionally, construction-related services for the north segment of Business 51 were awarded to MSA for $1.7 million. The board also approved entering into a state municipal financial agreement for pavement resurfacing on connecting highway 66, with the city responsible for 20-25% of the costs. Other agenda items included ordinance amendments related to ATV/UTV routes and garbage/recycling collection to comply with state regulations, as well as discussions on boulevard planting height regulations, which were amended to limit plant height to 24 inches for safety reasons. The meeting included motions and votes approving these contracts and policy changes, reflecting the city's ongoing capital improvement and maintenance efforts.