Summary
A $13.7 million sewer and road rebuild on Abbott Street, awarded to the lowest bidder, Don Chapin Co. Some residents questioned the bidding process and campaign contributions.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 30, 2026.
Impact analysis
$11,927,000 contract, up to $13,716,050 with contingency.
Abbott Street corridor residents and businesses; sewer system users citywide.
Residents on streets like Williams Road, Boronda and Laurel whose projects could slip.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council — June 30, 2026
A $13.7 million sewer and road rebuild on Abbott Street, awarded to the lowest bidder, Don Chapin Co. Some residents questioned the bidding process and campaign contributions.
City Council — May 26, 2026
Staff proposes shifting about $3.4 million from other completed or deferred projects to Abbott Street improvements. Councilmembers Sandoval and D'Arrigo worry neighborhood streets promised in the pavement plan could slip.
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