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Executive Summary The findings/work product of this study have been based upon a series of indepth interviews with individuals and participants in the.Judicial system. It is difficult, at best, to consolidate the significant amount of information gathered into a summary that informs the reader. You are encouraged to review the entire study so as to be completely knowledgeable of the rationale and informa- tion which has lead to the recommendations. Major findings/conclusions of the study are noted in the following executive summary: 1. Space Needs: Current and Future: The various elements of the Indian River County Judicial System are impacted by being located in spaces generally inadequate for their present needs, and unable to provide for expansion anticipated in the future. Current and cumulative future needs, as detailed in this space needs study, are as follows: Phase) current needs year 1986 Phased 1r2000 Phase 18 year2010 74,857 sq. ft. 103,401 sq. ft. 133,383 sq. ft. 2. Site Location The consultant recommends continued utilization of the downtown location, predicated upon land acquisition as detailed in this report. We conclude, based upon several criteria, that the existing facilities should be "recycled" and the site be retained as the Judicial Center of Indian River County. 3. Recommended Option The consultant recommends the selection of Option "B", a three - phased development designed to provide an orderly sequence and utilization of existing and proposed facilities. The phases are describe as follows: Phase IA: 1989 The County would lease a portion of the Pocahontas Building, located adjacent to and south of the existing courthouse, for utilization as a Fifth Courtroom. This courtroom would be for non -jury trials, county or civil, and would include space for a judicial "set° or chambers. Phase II: 1990 Construct a new judicial facility to be located to the north of the Annex Building and northwest of the courthouse. Acquire Lots 10 through 14 of Block 30 between 22nd and 23rd Street and the two lots to the North of the existing-gtate's Attorneys offices. The new facility would be designed to accommodate all elements of the criminal justice system including: • Circuit and County Courts • Court Associated Spaces • Grand Jury • Security Areas • Clerk of the Court • Public Defender • State's Attorney • Law Library Phase II -A: 1991 - 1992 Upon completion of the new Judicial facility, demolish the existing Courthouse and Annex Buildings and begin construction site improvements, parking, landscaping, etc. Phase II: 2000 To accommodate anticipated growth, expand the Judicial Building by an addition of approximately 28,500 square feet. Phase III: 2010 Additional space needs of those elements contained in the Judicial Building would be accommodated by an addition of approximately 30,000 square feet. 17 BOOK 75 F'KE 115 NOV 81988