August 27 - City Council Special Meeting

The City of Lake Oswego held a special City Council meeting on August 27, 2026, to address an emergency water main failure on Delprado Street. Public Works and engineering staff provided an update on the incident, including the immediate response, restoration of water service, and the extent of damage to the pavement and infrastructure. The council was asked to approve a contract authorization of up to $1 million for the replacement of a 12-inch cast iron water main and associated street repairs. The contract is structured as a time and materials agreement under Oregon wage rates, with an estimated completion date of October 15, 2026. Council members praised the rapid response and professionalism of city staff and unanimously approved the resolution to proceed with the emergency contract. The discussion also included the city's ongoing efforts to proactively replace aging cast iron water pipes to mitigate future failures.