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flag Cochrane council approved a $710,000 permanent bridge replacement, rejecting cheaper temporary options due to long-term savings and ongoing closure impacts.

flag Cochrane council approved a permanent 19-foot bridge replacement at $710,000 including HST, choosing it over temporary options due to long-term benefits despite higher upfront costs. flag Temporary bridges ranged from $398,311 to $470,258, with the wider version matching the permanent design. flag Council members discussed a rent-to-own proposal to avoid winter delays but were cautioned about procurement rules. flag The bridge has been closed nearly a year, affecting farmers, and rising lumber prices have prompted vendors to request a 50% cost increase. flag A second bridge at Concession 12 and 1 also needs replacement in 2026, with provincial funding covering half, leading to suggestions to bundle both projects for efficiency.

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