Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on an Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Annual Budget to Provide additional Funds for Phase II of the McKinney Silos Restoration Project (GR2109)
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney
(5C: Continue to market and highlight McKinney as a unique
destination for residents and visitors alike)
MEETING DATE: March 15, 2022
DEPARTMENT: Facilities Construction Division
CONTACT: Patricia L. Jackson, PE, RAS - Facilities Construction Manager
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
• Approval of ordinance to amend the FY2022 budget
ITEM SUMMARY:
• Western Specialty Contractors of America (Western) has submitted a proposal to provide additional Design/Build Services for Phase II of the McKinney Silos Restoration Project (GR2109) in the amount of One Hundred Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($100,000.00).
• This Ordinance amends expenditures in the FY2021-2022 Annual Budget by transferring $100,000.00 from Hotel/Motel Fund Balance and appropriating in the Public Art Fund for the McKinney Silos Art Mural Project (GR2109) to fund Phase II of the project.
• This project is eligible for the use of Hotel/Motel taxes.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• A recent study found that the McKinney Silos are in need of repair and restoration. The doghouse on top of the silos is an immediate safety threat and must be demolished and removed to avoid risk of injury.
• The McKinney Silos are an important architectural feature in the master plan for the future municipal complex and will also be a canvas for the Guido Van Helten mural.
• There is a companion agenda item on this meeting for Western Specialty Contractors for Design / Build (D/B) Services Related to the Phase II Construction Services and Engineering of the McKinney Silos Restoration Project (GR2109).
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• This ordinance amends the FY2021-2022 annual budget by appropriating $100,000.00 in the Public Art Fund for the McKinney Silos Art Mural Project.
• The City will be responsible for future maintenance cost of the mural and silos.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
• N/A