AGENDA DATE: 4/6/2016
TITLE:
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Location Alternatives for Courts Project
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SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Presentation and discussion regarding location alternatives for the Courts project, including potential locations in the County
ITEM TYPE: Regular Information Item
STAFF CONTACT(S): Foley, Letteri, Catlin, Davis, Cilimberg, Henry
PRESENTER (S): Trevor Henry, Wayne Cilimberg
LEGAL REVIEW: Yes
REVIEWED BY: Thomas C. Foley
BACKGROUND: As part of the continuing conversation regarding the County’s pending courts project, the Board directed staff to provide information by April 6, 2016 regarding potential alternatives for relocating the Courts, with an emphasis on better understanding the alternatives in the County previously considered. This agenda item will provide a brief overview of the downtown renovation/expansion option, as well as hypothetical County greenfield and redevelopment location concepts for the Board’s information and further discussion.
STRATEGIC PLAN: Goal 2 - Critical Infrastructure. Prioritize, plan and invest in critical infrastructure that responds to past and future changes and improves the capacity to serve community needs.
DISCUSSION: The primary purpose of this agenda item is to discuss potential alternative Court locations in the County, including both greenfield and redevelopment options. Staff will present primary factors and considerations associated with these options, with an opportunity for questions and discussion with the Board.
BUDGET IMPACT: The total CIP request for the Courts Project is approximately $47 million over a seven year period based on the downtown renovation/expansion option. Potential high level budget impacts of other options will be included in the presentation.
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Board discuss and consider the information presented on options and provide feedback to staff.