Construction on the Washington Avenue bridge could start as early as mid-February after the Sedalia City Council voted during its meeting Monday to approve a bid for construction work.
The closure of the 102-year-old bridge in December 2011 has been a hot topic with the council and during budget meetings in March was voted the top priority. During the pre-meeting Monday, some members expressed their relief work was starting.
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