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CDA approves architectural change order and soil boring contract for 405 S. 8th Avenue

WausauApr 8, 20261 min read

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At its April 8, 2026 meeting, the Wausau Community Development Authority unanimously approved Funktion Design Studio Change Order #3 totaling $2,500 (split $1,000 to Funktion Design Studio and $1,500 to REI Engineering) to address unforeseen site conditions at 405 S. 8th Avenue, and authorized a $4,880 contract with Giles Engineering Associates, Inc. to perform soil borings; construction by Northcentral Construction remains on hold until borings are completed.

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Approved Funktion Design Studio Architectural Services Change Order #3 for 405 S. 8th Avenue (total $2,500; $1,000 to Funktion Design Studio, $1,500 to REI Engineering) — motion approved unanimously.
Approved proposal from Giles Engineering Associates, Inc. for soil boring exploration and analysis at 405 S. 8th Avenue for $4,880 — motion approved unanimously.
Noted construction by Northcentral Construction will remain on hold pending authorization and completion of soil boring work.

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Community Development Authority Board Meeting

Apr 8, 2026, 12:00 PMCommunity Development Authority — Board Room, 550 E. Thomas Street, Wausau WI 54403completed

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1 Discussion and possible action.
a Discussion and possible action on Funktion Design Studio Architectural Services change order #3 for 405 S 8th Avenue, Wausau.
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Decision: Discussion and possible action.
b Discussion and possible action on proposal received for soil boring at 405 S 8th Avenue Wausau - Giles Engineering Associates, Inc.
Decision: Discussion and possible action.
2 Adjournment.