MARC JACOBS
Hutch Post
Hutch Post has learned that a subcontractor has been allowed to step away from the ongoing Woodie Seat Project.
Phase II of the project, which began earlier this spring, is expected to be completed by March 2026. The work will connect Hutchinson to South Hutchinson, continuing a major infrastructure improvement effort.
When contacted, the subcontractor confirmed to Hutch Post that they were given the option to either remain on the project or walk away. They elected to remove themselves.
Jessica Woodyard, Public Communications Director for the City of Hutchinson, said the city has been in communication with the general contractor overseeing the work. According to her, the contractor indicated that some decisions needed to be made regarding the project. Woodyard added that the contractor has already vetted a new subcontractor to step in and continue the work.
Woodyard noted that a presentation on the Woodie Seat project will be made at Tuesday evening's city council meeting. That meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall.