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. . . Memorandum, City Hall - Costs Page Two March 22,2001 The City would receive a $349.00 credit for the removal of the two (2) outlets from the north wall. In addition, an outlet located near the stairs from the administrative office access to the stair landing on the second story will be moved north along the west wall to remove it from the general path of stairway traffic. There is no additional cost for this item. The following items have been identified as cost increases due to the fact that through further review of design plans and layouts, City staff is requesting these changes. These are also items that the contractor would need to have a decision on in order to proceed in a timely fashion, as they are currently constructing walls, and beginning final layouts for office space. Front Counter Reception Area The previous plans were bare bones regarding the front counter area. There were no provisions made for cabinets, drawers, or storage space. The areas for accommodating handicapped accessibility, according to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), were not in full compliance. The areas were originally designed for wheelchair access in a "side-straddle" fashion in the area, and the writing counter space available was only about six inches (6") wide, so completing applications, permits and other paperwork would be diflicult. We've asked the architect to look at making a full eight inch (8") depth, to allow full front access. Also, other changes to this area would include built-in cabinets and file drawers, as well as an area in the front counter to store necessary paperwork (i.e., permits, etc.) for easier access and distribution to applicants. The net changes to the area are estimated at $10,636.00. This includes new countertop space, built-in cabinets and drawers, and changes to the ADA compliant areas. Staff would recommend that the City Council authorize these changes to reflect a space that is fully handicapped accessible, and provides for more visually effective and efficient storage area for access of documents and information for distribution to the public. Community Room The downstairs community room had originally been planned to be cement block walls with bare pipe exposure and painted surface. Due to the fact that we have expanded the basement to full length, the community room has expanded in size, and will probably also expand in terms of function and flexibility. 1 don't believe it's appropriate for the general public, classrooms, or Army National Guard training take place in a space that doesn't reflect the overall quality and value of the facility. The cost to enclose the space with sheetrock, taping and painting, as well as carpet instead of tile flooring is estimated at $7,699.00. StafT recommends that the City Council approve this community room change to allow for a finished wall and carpet look.