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~ I. CITY OF ARDEN HILLS MEMORANDUM' . - DATE: October 18, 1995 . TO: Mayor and City Council Brian Fritsinger, City Administrator ~ . FROM: SUBJECT: Various City Hall Facilities Issues . The Arden Hills facilities issue has been debated for several years. The City Hall facility recommendations, which are attached, were initially completed in 1991. . The Citizens Committee who prepared the needs assessment was authorized to offer a recommendation for appropriate future facilities. The Study evaluated the current conditions, . current and future space needs, sites and financing. . Several weeks ago the City Council briefly discussed the status of our current and proposed City Hall. During this discussion the Council asked that the old plans be reviewed and additional discussions held. W 1. Current City Hall As indicated on page six (6) of the needs assessment, the current facility is inadequate for I a number of reasons. In addition, the relocation of the Council Chambers to New Brighton has created a variety of scheduling problems for Staff. I The issue which I believe is most relevant at this point in time, is project timing. There are a number of improvements to the existing facility which I would recommend be undertaken. However, if the Council believes that a new facility is possible within the I next year, I would not recommend these improvements be made at this time. A. Entry Area Roof Leak I The vestibule on the north side of the City Hall has a history of leaking with every rainfall, no matter how minimal the amount of rain. This problem has caused a I severe mold problem in the insulation and carpet. The wood ceiling is starting to warp and paint will not hold to the block walls. Because of the mold problem, a very strong odor permeates the entry area. . B. Furniture Previously, I had mentioned the problems with our existing furniture not being . ergDnomically correct. Most desks are not adaptable for computers, chairs are in some cases in very poor shape and filing space is at a premium. This is an item .- which could be purchased now with the intent to reutilize the furniture at a new .