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Hawkins Construction Company has raised concerns about the City of Omaha's $547 million expansion of the Papillion Creek Water Resource Recovery Facility, particularly a proposed $411 million contract with McCarthy Building Companies. CEO Chris Hawkins argues that the project could be completed for $78 million less.

Omaha officials maintain that the contract is in the best interest of taxpayers and has undergone thorough scrutiny. A public hearing is set for March 10, before which Hawkins is advocating for a new competitive bidding process. The project is funded through sewer use fees and is crucial for meeting wastewater treatment needs through 2050.