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Council Approves Animal Shelter Renovation

BedfordMay 12, 20262 min read

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Council approved a construction contract for Bedford Animal Shelter renovations, not to exceed $3,711,396 including a 15% contingency, by a 7-0 vote. The 285-calendar-day contract includes a $500-per-day delay penalty.

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The renovation will improve the Bedford Animal Shelter, with animals expected to be relocated during construction. Council also approved updated sign regulations, a redevelopment agreement for Bedford Oaks Shopping Center, and a $148,000 demolition contract for a building at 4101 Airport Freeway. The council accepted the May 2 election results and swore in Shelly Lemman and Rob Gagliardi as newly elected members.

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Approved the Bedford Animal Shelter renovation contract with HCI Commercial for up to $3,711,396, including a 15% owner contingency; the contract duration is 285 calendar days and includes a $500-per-day late penalty.
Approved a complete rewrite of the city sign ordinance, including stronger maintenance requirements, removal of signs when businesses close, limits on pole and pylon signs, landscaping requirements, and a 30-square-foot maximum for subdivision signs.
Authorized negotiation and execution of an economic development agreement with Aberfeldy Properties Inc. for façade, parking lot, landscaping, and fuel-station decommissioning improvements at Bedford Oaks Shopping Center.
Approved a $148,000 contract with Lloyd Nabors Demolition to demolish the building at 4101 Airport Freeway.
Accepted the canvassed results of the May 2, 2026 general election by a 7-0 vote and administered the oath of office to Shelly Lemman, Place 4, and Rob Gagliardi, Place 6.
Approved consent agenda items including updated street-development escrow requirements, a fiscal-year budget amendment, and a Police Department grant application for a Drone First Responder Program.

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