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Anthony D. Petersen, P.E.
Project delays happen, but when it comes to completing municipal projects on budget, time is money. Some delays are unavoidable and beyond the project owner’s control, however, sound planning, budgeting for contingencies, timely decision making, and comprehensive contract documents can minimize the frequency and severity of project delays. Keep reading to learn more.
The School District of South Milwaukee hired Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. (R/M) to review an ongoing drainage problem on their high school football field. The field became saturated when it rained and wet conditions made it difficult to maintain the natural grass causing field activities to be delayed or moved elsewhere. Learn how R/M helped them get back on the field.
The Wisconsin Legislature is considering a bill that will provide an incentive for school districts to approve a 10-year capital improvement plan. The bill, as currently proposed, will create new language under State Statutes 20.255 - Appropriations and Budget Management for the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and new language under State Statutes 120.137 - Long-Term Capital Improvement Trust Fund.
