At the June 3, 2025 North Bend City Council meeting, councilmembers unanimously approved a resolution that will allow the Meadowbrook Sewer Utility Local Improvement District (ULID) to continue moving forward, bringing public sewer to the western portion of North Bend. The resolution accepted bids and awarded the construction contract to Northwest Construction, Inc., who provided the low bid.
“What originally began as a majority-led petition to build public sewer in the Meadowbrook area, now represents the city’s commitment to continue in delivering a modern, well-planned infrastructure system to our residents,” commented Mayor Mary Miller.
“Considering also the time, attention and work between the Council, staff and property owners is an example of how local government should operate,” she continued.
Public sewer will provide property owners in the Meadowbrook area with development opportunities that align with city zoning, incorporating a mix of commercial and residential land uses. Currently, these properties rely on septic drainfields. Many properties located within the ULID boundary are vacant, with onsite soils that generally do not meet public health requirements for septic systems.
Construction of the ULID will occur in stages over a period of 12 to 14 months, beginning with building sewer pipe to support a future low-pressure grinder pump system. Nearly all work will occur in and around existing roads and paved areas. By early 2027, the city anticipates residents and property owners will have the opportunity to install sewer connections and convert aging septic systems to this new, modern and environmentally sound system.
Watch a recording of the June 3, 2025 City Council meeting by visiting the Media Center webpage, or watch the recording by visiting the city’s YouTube channel (beginning at 10 minutes in). Learn more about the construction schedule by reading the June 3, 2025 Council Packet (beginning on page 27).