Renovation of a water / sewer project in Fort Myers, Florida. Completed plans call for the renovation of a water / sewer project.

The City is seeking qualified contractors to reconstruct the surround area of Rachel at the Well, also known as The Spirit of Fort Myers at the entrance to the Edison Park neighborhood off McGregor Boulevard. Both Rachel and the surround were damaged during Hurricane Ian. Rachel herself has been restored but the surround remains damaged. City crews have removed the debris and salvaged two obelisks for use by the selected contractor in replicating for replacement. The work generally consists of the reconstruction of two columns by installing new structural superstructure on the existing decorative masonry bases; fabricating and installing new wrought iron decorative fence with finials on top of masonry wall to mimic damaged fence; rehabilitation of existing stucco including patching holes, cleaning, repairing cracks and painting; adding new lighting fixtures per provided light fixture schedule; replacing existing electrical panel; installing new receptacles; and installing new floratam sod and irrigation between arches and curb ramps. All construction shall be in accordance with the construction drawings, building permits and approvals from the City's Historic Preservation Council. Question Submission Deadline:October 28, 2024, 4:00pm Proposed City Council Approval Date:January 6, 2025 Reconstruct columns at the entrance to Edison Park. Install new structural superstructure on existing decorative masonry bases. Build and install new wrought iron decorative fence with finials on top of masonry wall. Rehabilitate existing stucco including patching holes, cleaning, repairing cracks and painting. Add new lighting fixtures per light fixture schedule. Replace exiting electrical panel, install new receptacles, and install new floratam sod and irrigation between arch and curb cut. Build according to attached construction drawings.