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ITEM: Dr. Gary Halter, Chairman of the Historic Preservation Committee and represen-
tatives of the A &M Class of 1994 will present a proposal for partial funding for
the reconstruction of the College Station Railroad Depot.
ITEM SUMMARY: The Texas A &M University Class of 1994 will present a proposal for
the City to fund a part of the construction of this depot. The request is for
the City to allocate $50,000. The students will match this with $85,000 and
the university has agreed to handle all administration of the project and
perpetual care of the facility.
FINANCIALSUMMARY: A total of $50,000 is being requested from the City for
construction and to establish a permanent fund to maintain the depot.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To fund this request over several years in smaller
increments until total amount is reached.
CITY ATTORNEY RECOMMENDATION: N/A
COUNCIL ACTION DESIRED: Approval of proposal to jointly fund construction of a
replica railroad depot on the Texas A &M University campus.
SUPPORTING MATERIALS:
1. Letter from the Class of 1994.
2. Letter from Dr. Gary Halter, Chairman of the Historic Preservation Committee.
3. Memo to Steve Beachy, Parks & Recreation Director.
4. Pictures of the 1883 depot.
5. Budget for project.
MEMORANDUM
TO: Steve Beachy, Director of Parks and Recreation
FROM: David d Gerling, Special Facilities Superintendent
DATE: May 3, 1994
SUBJECT: COLLEGE STATION RAILROAD DEPOT
The Class of 1994 at Texas A &M University has decided on their gift to
A &M. It will be a railroad depot replicating the 1883 depot. The class
agents and A &M Physical Plant staff have met with the Historic
Preservation Committee to look for additional funding of a gift of this
magnitude. The request is for us to match their $85,000 with only $50,000.
The monies from the City would be placed in a University maintenance
fund for perpetual care of that facility. The remainder would go for
HVAC and interior finish -out.
I have been asked to place this on the City Council agenda for May 11,
1994. Gary Halter will present the request to the City Council, along with
the class agents. They plan to have slides, pictures, and maps, but have
promised to keep their presentation brief.
Charles Cryan has been notified of the request by me, via telephone, so
as to allow him time to cogitate on the issue.
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BOX J-1 MEMORIAL STUDENT CENTER COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77844 -9081 (409) 845 -1515
May 2, 1994
The College Station City Council
P.O. Box 9960
College Station, TX 77842
To the College Station Council Members:
The Texas A &M University Class of 1994 is proud to announce their senior class gift - the
Reconstruction of the 1883 Depot. The class has allocated $85,000 towards this gift which is sufficient
for the reconstruction of the depot. However, we would like to request a sum of $50,000 from the City
of College Station to provide a museum quality interior for the train depot, and establish an endowment
for future maintenance of the building. Since this is an historical monument for the City of College
Station, we hope that the city will work jointly with the Class of '94 to reconstruct the depot.
The Class of '94 is excited to reconstruct the monument which is the namesake of the City of College
Station. We are optimistic that the impact of this reconstruction will be attractive to the members of our
community as well as the many visitors which will frequently travel through College Station. We are
proud to provide a building of such historical significance to the city.
Dr. Gary Halter, Chairman of the City of College Station Historical Preservation Committee, has stated
that the historical marker for the train depot, which was recently dedicated on the Texas A &M campus,
could be relocated next to the depot once it is completed.
We are scheduled to appear before the Council on May 11 at 4:00 p.m. At this time, we will formally
request the additional $50,000 required to complete the recommended total budget of $135,000 which
includes the museum quality interior and the endowment for maintenance of the building. We appreciate
your consideration of our request.
Sincerely, /4, U1,Cq T
Chad King ;J Leslie Trevino
Class of '94 President and Class Agent Class Gift Co -Chair
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May 11, 1994
Honorable Larry Ringer, Mayor
City of College Station
Members of College Station City Council
College Station, Texas
Dear Mayor and Council Members:
The Texas A &M University Class of 1994 has decided their
class gift of $85,000 should go to the reconstruction of a replica
of the original 1883 College Station depot. The College Station
Historic Preservation Committee has endorsed this reconstruction
and is asking the City,, ,I Council to help finance the project in the {
amount of $50,000 Af budget for the project is attached.
If the Council decides to endorse this project, the donations
would be a one time cost to the city. The constructions, operation
and maintain of the depot would be the responsibility of Texas A &M
University. The financial contribution of the city could be made in
more than one fiscal year.
This project offers many benefits for the City of College
Station. As you are all aware this depot is the name sake for our
city. Reconstruction of the station would be a visible sign of the
city's commitment to Our heritage. The station would also serve as
a sign of cooperation, between the City and TAMU, a goal all council
members support. The train station will also afford a location for
the city to display information on the history of the City of
College Station. Finally, this station will serve as a `tourist
attraction for visitors to the city and Bush Presidential Library
and will provide positive economic benefits.
I ask the Council ,. to endorse this project and continue the
spirit of cooperation between the City of College Station'and Texas
A &M University.
Sincerel
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Chair, College Station
Historic Preservation Committee
Historic Preservation Committee
April 28, 1994
BUDGET - 1883 DEPOT - BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
Enclosed space 12' x 30' = 360 sq. ft.
Overhang 60' x 20 = 1,200 - 360 = 840 @ i value for costs = 420 sq. ft.
Total area = 360 + 420 = 780 sq. ft.
780 sq. ft. x 75 = $58,500
Research Fees 10,000
AE fees @ 8.5% 5,000
Construction contingency @ 10% 5,850
Total $85,000
INFERIORS
HVAC, interior fit -up and displays (including fees)
360 sq. ft. x $100 = $36,000
Set aside for maintenance 14,000
Total 50,000
Total Project $135,000
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