pages: CityCouncil/2008-08-05.pdf, 7
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CityCouncil | 2008-08-05 | 7 | the options. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of adopting the Alameda Free Library Strategic Plan and authorizing staff to initiate working on short-term improvements to the neighborhood libraries and bring the [implementation] plan back to Council for authorization to start. Vice Mayor Tam seconded the motion. Under discussion, Vice Mayor Tam stated there is no deadline for use of Measure O money. Councilmember Matarrese stated Measure O has a finite period of time; more revenue could be generated if the City asks for an extension from the voters. Vice Mayor Tam inquired whether the RFP process would help generate estimates and establish various improvements that Council would review and prioritize, to which the Library Director responded in the affirmative. Mayor Johnson inquired what would be asked in the RFP, such as interior or structural work. Ms. Page responded the list of short-term recommendations would be used as the basis for the RFP; stated the City could pick and choose the items. The Library Director responded the RFP would be for an architectural firm with structural engineering, some historical preservation and interior space planning experience in libraries. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the RFP would include interior and structural improvements. Ms. Page responded the short-term goals involve very little structural changes. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the electrical and HVAC system are included in the short term goals, to which Ms. Page responded in the affirmative; stated said items are mechanical systems. The Library Director stated the shell of the buildings would not change. Mayor Johnson inquired whether priorities would be set before going out with the RFP . Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 August 5, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-08-05.pdf |