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Pumphouse project nearing completion in Kewaskum
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By Andrew Kuehl
akuehl@kewaskumstatesman.com
KEWASKUM- Good news was reported for the progress on Kewaskums new pumphouse that is being constructed next to the fire station. Despite a $90,000 change order that took place in August, the construction process has been a smooth one.
Director of Public Works Jerry Gilles says that great weather and cooperative neighbors have played a role in the speedy progress.
Construction on a new 16-inch forced main that runs from the new pumphouse to the wastewater treatment facility has moved forward with ease in part because of the lack of frost in the ground. This spring, Gilles says pipe bursting of the current 10-inch forced main will occur. A new 10-inch plastic pipe will than be installed. Currently, the village has a six-inch and 10-inch forced main from the current pumphouse in Riverhill Park.
In August, the village reluctantly approved a $90,000 change order for the project. The change order reflected the need to dewater the site at the pump station. Village engineer, Andy Petersen of Ruekert-Mielke stated the original request came from Staab, stating there was a change of site condition.
When Staab originally bid on the project, they were given specifications for bidding purposes. Once they were awarded the contract, and came on scene, they did deeper soil borings and found water farther down. For safety of workers on site and the ensure longevity of the pumphouse, Staab wanted the site dewatered.
To dewater the site, Gilles says a well needed to be drilled and a pump rented to pump water from the site. That work has since been completed.
Trustee Kevin Scheunemann expressed concern over the change order due to the limited depth of bore holes conducted during the design phase. Trustee Harry Roecker concurred with Scheunemann but ultimately the pair was overridden.
According to Gilles, the new pumps are in the basement, all piping is in and painting of the interior of the structure has begun. The motor control center is on order, and should arrive on time. The contractor is waiting for doors and windows for the structure.
Transitioning from the old pumphouse to the new could start as early as the end of April. The transition will proceed in two stages. The interceptor from the west will start first. The old station will then continue to pump the east side of the village. Both units will operate for a short period of time.
After the new pumphouse is fully operational, and the old station is deactivated, the project to retrofit the former pumphouse into bathrooms for River Hill Park will commence.
The village borrowed an estimated $3.4 million for the project. Those funds will come from a revenue anticipation note for a one-year term. In May of 2007, when notes come due for the TID, the village will lump the sums together.
The $90,000 change order is being negotiated. Gilles reported that the village is asking for more documentation before payment will be released. After speaking with the contractor, he estimated that the end result would be 10 percent less.
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