Walla Walla Library renovation stalls after bid comes in $1 million over budget

Walla Walla Library renovation stalls after bid comes in $1 million over budget

WALLA WALLA – City officials are moving to pivot a planned renovation and expansion of the Walla Walla Public Library after the project’s sole construction bid arrived more than $1 million over budget. At the April 8 Walla Walla City Council meeting, staff members are expected to recommend that the council reject the bid. The decision comes after the proposal significantly exceeded the city’s projected construction costs. In a statement, City Ma…