Ashland City Council approves emergency contract for Wells Road reconstruction project

The Ashland City Council convened on April 1, 2025, to discuss several key issues, with a primary focus on the urgent need for infrastructure improvements. The council unanimously approved an ordinance authorizing the mayor and the director of public service to enter into a contract with Simonson Construction Services, Inc. for the partial reconstruction of Wells Road.

The decision comes in response to significant asphalt pavement failures along Wells Road, west of Rock Road, which have raised concerns about public safety and transportation efficiency. The council declared the ordinance an emergency measure, emphasizing the immediate necessity for the project to preserve the public peace, property, health, and welfare of Ashland residents.

The total cost for the reconstruction project is estimated at $119,030, with an additional $45,000 allocated for concrete materials to be purchased directly by the city. The ordinance allows the mayor to make adjustments to the project as deemed necessary for the city's best interests.

This infrastructure initiative highlights the council's commitment to maintaining and improving the city's transportation systems, ensuring that Ashland can effectively respond to urgent public safety needs. The ordinance will take effect immediately upon passage and approval, allowing work to commence without delay.