The bridge at Fifth Street and Eighth Avenue in Mendota will be replaced early next year.

Monday, the Mendota City Council appropriated $160,000 in Rebuild Illinois Bonds for the bridge repair. The council likewise approved an engineering services agreement with Chamlin & Associates.

Mayor David Boelk warned city residents to watch for a bridge closure announcement in early 2025.

In other matters:

• The city will open bids for the 2024 street program and the Raymond Drive concrete replacement at 10 a.m. Aug. 19
• Ivan Pantoja was hired as full-time employee in the water department starting Aug. 12
• The council tabled action on the proposed solar power project at the water department