Infrastructure Open House | May 5, 2025
Monday, May 5, 2025
Proposed alternative infrastructure plan for Birchwood
Comparison of current road improvement plan vs. new option
Water main replacement strategy
Storm water management and drainage mitigation
Grant funding opportunities for capital improvements
Financing strategies for infrastructure upgrades
Project timelines and phasing
Notable Quotes (2)
The difference, you know, that $8 million just it really stuck out in my head like why are we doing this? Why not go for it for three instead of pay 11 and get not much?
Financial efficiencyJustifying the search for an alternative project plan.
If we choose to go with the new option, the city could get a new water mane, new leads to residents homes, new rebuilt roads from the ground up, concrete gutters, and storm water management for around $3 million.
Project scopeSummarizing the benefits of the alternative plan.
People (3)
Jennifer ArsenalMayor
Leading the town hall, introducing staff and project alternatives.
Marcus JohnsonCity Engineer
Explaining pavement ratings, road plans, drainage, and cost estimates.
Scott HildebrandCity Administrator
New hire with 25+ years experience, focusing on municipal financing.
Places Mentioned
BirchwoodOakidge's DriveCedar (Road)Wildwood
Events & Meetings (1)
- Town hall meeting at Birchwood