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Approval of Additional Funding for Hyde Park Water Pipeline Project

Original title: Authorize change order five to the construction contract for the Hyde Park Water and Wastewater Pipeline Renewal Project for Austin Water with Santa Clara Construction Ltd., in the amount of $831,153, for a total contract amount not to exceed $9,392,249. Funding: $831,153 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Water.

May 21, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This action authorizes the expenditure of $831,153 in public funds from the Austin Water to complete ongoing water and wastewater infrastructure repairs in the Hyde Park area.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Austin Water

The agency is responsible for managing the project and allocating funds from its capital budget.

Santa Clara Construction Ltd.

The company will receive additional payment for work performed under the modified contract.

Hyde Park Residents

Residents in the project area are subject to ongoing water and wastewater infrastructure construction.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 21, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The City Council is considering a fifth for the Hyde Park Water and Wastewater Pipeline Renewal Project. This action adds $831,153 to the existing contract with Santa Clara Construction Ltd., bringing the total project cost to $9,392,249.

Key Facts

The City Council is authorizing change order number five for the Hyde Park Water and Wastewater Pipeline Renewal Project.
The change order adds $831,153 to the contract with Santa Clara Construction Ltd.
The new total contract amount is capped at $9,392,249.
Funding for the $831,153 increase is sourced from the Austin Water Capital Budget.
The item is classified as a 'Consent' agenda item, typically reserved for routine matters.
The file number for this legislative action is 26-1635.

Why It Matters

This action authorizes the expenditure of $831,153 in public funds from the Austin Water to complete ongoing water and wastewater infrastructure repairs in the Hyde Park area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a change order?

A is a formal amendment to an existing construction contract that modifies the scope of work, timeline, or cost.

Where is the money for this project coming from?

The $831,153 is being drawn from the existing of Austin Water.

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Cumulative Contract Growth

This is the fifth change order for this project, indicating multiple adjustments to the original contract scope or cost.

Santa Clara Construction Ltd.Austin Water

Connected Entities

organizationSanta Clara Construction Ltd.“The contractor performing the pipeline renewal work.”Map →

organizationAustin Water“The municipal department overseeing the water and wastewater project.”Map →

Sources

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