October 7, 2022
By News Director Jared Atha
The Elk City Commission has approved funds to repair roof damage at the Elk City Water Plant building says City Manager Tom Ivester.
Axtell Roofing Company was awarded the bid, which came in at $83,000. The approval came during the latest Elk City Commissioners meeting.
In related news, the Commission approved the latest pay application for Orr Construction for the ongoing water main replacement project taking place on Adams and Jefferson streets, north of 3rd Street for just under $391,400.
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