FPUD approves change order for force main replacement

The Fallbrook Public Utility District (FPUD) has authorized a change order to J.R. Filanc Construction Company for the Plant 2 force main replacement project which addresses utilities and paving issues encountered.

A 5-0 FPUD board vote July 25 increased the total contract amount from $501,575.44 to $703,347.52 while extending the project completion date from May 7 to September 16.

"The principal reasons for the change order are to comply with the county requirements for re-paving South Mission Road where the pipeline was replaced," said FPUD general manager Brian Brady.

The force main runs fr...