Vicksburg moves forward with new salt building plans

Final details regarding a long-overdue municipal project are being worked out by Vicksburg officials.

Village council members heard an update Feb. 1 from village manager Jim Mallery centering on a new public works salt building. It will replace a facility constructed in the 1950s on North Main Street.

The building in question is 70 years old and has served the village well. However, village officials added, its doors are inoperable, and the approach to the building is worn down and as a result collects water. Also, there are a number of structural issues, requiring equipment to be kept in an adjacent, 60-by-100 square-foot building also showing its age.

Council members ultimately approved a bid from Larry Mallory Pole Buildings. It is not to exceed $355,000.

The old salt barn is expected to be razed by the end of March. Work on its replacement is slated to begin by the end of April.

Larry Mallory and Jim Mallery are not related.