Danforth and Kelly Intersection Project — ODOT Invoice
Summary
A surprise ODOT invoice pushed inspection costs up; the council approved the bill while pressing staff and ODOT for better communication going forward.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $56,946.10 in new city money beyond what was budgeted, plus roughly $500,000 in future change orders expected.
Motorists get the completed intersection improvements.
Edmond taxpayers, who absorb an unbudgeted cost that could squeeze other capital projects.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council / Public Works Authority — August 24, 2026
A surprise ODOT invoice pushed inspection costs up; the council approved the bill while pressing staff and ODOT for better communication going forward.
Capital Improvement Projects Advisory Board — August 18, 2026
An additional ODOT invoice of more than $1 million was set to come before the board, raising questions about total project cost and whether the 2000 CIP budget needs updating to cover it. The intersection project affects traffic flow at a busy Edmond crossing.
Capital Improvement Projects Advisory Board Amended Agenda — July 21, 2026
ODOT billed Edmond $1,046,142.10 — including ~$459,000 for a third-party inspection — 18 months into construction, without prior notice. The board tabled payment and the related budget update until legal weighs in on the city's options.
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