Watertown Plan Commission Meeting - Special | August 4, 2026

The City of Watertown Plan Commission held a special meeting on August 4, 2026, primarily to consider awarding a construction contract for a new drive-thru building at the Health Department. The project, located on a vacant parcel behind the Health Department, received a single bid from Harmony Construction Management for $295,539. City staff recommended awarding the base bid to Harmony, with funding sourced from public health emergency preparedness and environmental health capital outlay accounts, including ARPA funds that must be spent by September 30, 2026. Commission members discussed the solicitation process, project scope, and contractor qualifications. Despite the recommendation, the motion to award the contract failed with two votes against and two in favor, resulting in no recommendation to the city council. The project will be reconsidered by the council.