Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in New Albany public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in water utilities
Oak Street sewer main replacement delay
The 24-inch sewer main replacement on Oak Street slowed after crews hit an unmapped water main. Indiana American Water's contractor is relocating it in conjunction with the sewer and storm work, with resumption expected around next Thursday.
UV project fund shortfall and $141,824.91 transfer
The Sewer Board was scheduled to act on a contractor payment for the UV Disinfection Improvements project, work that upgrades how the utility disinfects wastewater. Paying the contractor keeps the project moving.
Ditch repair behind apartment complex
An apartment developer had filled in a drainage ditch, and residents' yards were flooding. The stormwater department had contractors re-bridge the ditch, which should fix the problem.
Wastewater campus modernization project contracts
The sewer board hired an engineering and design team for the big plant campus modernization project — Clark Dietz as lead engineers, TowerPinkster on architecture, plus surveying and geotechnical testing. Work starts this month and includes road and sidewalk improvements at the plant's main entrance.
New water main on E. 14th, Grant and E. 15th Streets
Indiana American Water is replacing an aging, break-prone water main, with no parking along the route for about four weeks starting around October 9 or 12. Residents face a one-day water shutoff when the new main is connected.
Cherokee Drive closure for water leak repair
CenterPoint needs to close Cherokee Drive at Grant Line for a day to dig up a leak in the crosswalk, with a detour via Navajo and Wahoo. Two residents at the dead end must be notified.