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Mr. Dwore commented that his firm's original task was twofold; first to do a study of space needs to serve the County until 2010, and second to create a master plan using lands available just north of the present administration building. They proceeded, keeping in view how little money was available and how much needs to be done. After several discussions with user groups, the original square footage arrived at was 188,000 for the administration building and 35,000 for purchasing. That number was then reduced and the basic square footage needed for the year 2001 is 155,000. For the year 2010 the County will need approximately 163,980 square feet. This is a very modest increase in view of the fact that the present facility has only 82,000 square feet. The current administration building was built in the early 1960s and converted in 1982. It has served the County well but needs an awful lot of work as it lacks safety, ADA compliance, and an adequate HVAC system. It would cost approximately $65 to $70 per square foot to bring this building into compliance and you would still have only 82,000 square feel~ The proposal for the new "Campus" establishes costs at $110 a square foot for the administration building and $55 a square foot for the purchasing division. The subtotal for Phase I of the projected plan of over $21 million could possibly be reduced by some savings on having the County purchase materials directly. In response to questions, Mr. Dwore gave a brief explanation of the differences between "flat" and "pitched" roofs. His firm always installs concrete walkways on roofs for maintenance workers to prevent damage resulting in leaks. He also confirmed that the Utilities Department would have a drive-through for utility payments. General discussion ensued regarding traffic patterns, effects on neighboring communities, and the seating capacity of the planned Commission Chambers. County Administrator Chandler then commented that this plan is a generalized "footprint". The actual design would be much more detailed. First, fimding would have to be considered and that will be brought to the Board at the time of the discussion of the optional sales tax program in approximately 2 months. At this time staff is asking whether or not to proceed with the planning. Commissioner Tippin was impressed with the space needs study but reminded the Board that the use of the Vero Mall had never been voted against. He believed that the projected cost to redo the Mall was excessive and that it could be done for less. MARCH 16, 1999 -89- BOOK 103 FAGE 1 U4