Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Amending the 2010-2014 Capital Improvements Program for Fire Projects
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: N/A
MEETING DATE: March 2, 2010
DEPARTMENT: Fire Department
Development Services/Engineering
CONTACT: Mark Wallace, Fire Chief
Frank Roma, Assistant Fire Chief
Patricia L. Jackson, PE, Facilities Construction Manager
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Expedited approval of this Ordinance is requested to avoid a delay in the completion of this project.
ITEM SUMMARY:
· This Resolution amends expenditures in the 2010-2014 Capital Improvements Program by transferring surplus funds, in the amount of $85,000, from Fire Station 7 (FI1023) to Alma Fire Station (FI7111).
BACKGROUND:
· The current Alma Fire Station budget is in the amount of $2,800,000.
· During the renovation of the existing facility unforeseen conditions resulted in increased costs of approximately $85,000 as follows:
o Existing electrical wiring did not meet codes and needed to be replaced.
o The insulation was found to be contaminated due to rodent infestation and needed to be replaced.
o Additional window seal failures were discovered requiring more windows to be replaced.
o Additional structural elements were required to adequately support newly configured spaces.
o Additional construction material testing was required for structural evaluation of the existing post-tension slab and also due to changes in construction sequence caused by unusually wet weather.
o A new gas service was required because the existing meter was farm tap (typical for a rural/agricultural service near a high pressure gas main).
o Additional civil construction work, primarily around the detention pond.
o Changes to the mechanical ductwork and ventilation systems.
o Reattachment of the existing roof and changes to the downspouts and gutter conditions to accommodate observed issues.
o Changes to the telecommunications and security systems required due to existing conditions.
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