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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 011801 Facade City of College Station Façade Improvement Program Advisory Committee Minutes for the January 18, 2001 Meeting Committee Members Present Bob Mosley, Jane Kee, Rick Lemons, Karen Kasper, and Gary Balmain Staff Present Randy Brumley, Sharon Montague, and Molly Hitchcock Visitors Robert Forrest, Chad Grauke, and Jo Carroll I. Introduction Karen opened the meeting at 8: 10 a.m. Randy introduced the visitors: Robert Forest, property owner of 301 College Main; Chad Grauke, Architect on this project; and Jo Carroll, personal friend and advisor to Robert Forrest. II. Review of Minutes The Minutes from the August 30,2000 PIP meeting were reviewed. After several changes were made, Jane motioned for the minutes to be accepted. Bob seconded the motion. Karen asked if all were in favor or if anyone opposed. The motion passed unanimously. III. Review, Discussion and Possible Action on PIP Applications Randy presented an updated proposal for the Northgate Center, located at 301 College Main. Robert Forrest mentioned that hope to lease the building to one tenant, but are able to have as many as three tenants. The question was asked if the job and already gone out to bid. Karen asked if they would try to keep it local. It was mentioned that the normal bid time line is three weeks to one month. Jane asked the question if the NRC had accepted the proposal as is. The response was yes. Robert mentioned that the best use out of the building would be a restaurant. It was mentioned that they will be using all existing exterior walls and windows and door openings. The slab will be taken out for: 1) new support for structural roofload and 2) to fully replace the foundation. Jane asked what the cost estimates were. It was stated they would probably be between $350,000 and $400,000. It was mentioned that this proposal would not be used to provide interior walls or doors. Karen mentioned that the electrical estimate seemed low. It was stated that is because it does not include any interior, only exterior. The applicant reminded the committee that the interior work would be done at a later date and under a separate contract. Chad mentioned that it would take four to six months for completion of construction time, and that if there were any asbestos abatement that needed to be done, it might be considered separate from this proposal. There was discussions regarding general conditions and contract and job requirements Jane asked what the Façade Improvement annual funding usually is? Randy replied that it varied, but that approximately $350,000 is currently available. The applicant asked if the committee could provide them direction as to potentially funded items and amounts. The applicants agreed to provide a more detailed breakdown of estimated project expenses for the committee to review at the next meeting. Jane made a motion that the PIP Committee anticipates some sort of support. The motion was seconded, and passed. Iv. Other Business The next meeting will be the week of the 29th. The committee will review more detailed cost estimates and guidelines. V. Adjourn The meeting was adjourned at approximately 10:00 a.m.