Public Works - September 2, 2026

The City of Solon's Public Works meeting on September 2, 2026, focused extensively on infrastructure projects, contract updates, and vendor agreements. Key procurement discussions included the approval of final change orders for the 2025 annual emergency roadway repair contract ($380,627.65) and the 2025 annual traffic signal maintenance contract ($57,601.10). The committee reviewed the 2027 infrastructure improvement program budget totaling approximately $22.65 million, covering major projects such as road resurfacing, retaining wall construction, and sidewalk installations. A significant agenda item was the proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with AT&T to cap inspection fees related to fiber infrastructure upgrades at $5,000 per project, aiming to facilitate ongoing fiber optic network investments in the city. The committee tabled the MOU for further legal review due to concerns about deviating from existing ordinances and inspection protocols. Additionally, authorization was sought for the mayor to enter into a Cuyahoga County grant agreement for resurfacing Miles Road, with a $250,000 county reimbursement on an estimated $510,267 project. The meeting also included updates on storm response, sewer and water reclamation projects, and ongoing construction activities.