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I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I AUTHORIZE STAFF TO SCHEDULE AND WORK WITH INDIVIDUAL CONTRACTORS TO CONTINUE WITH THE OLD TOWN HALL RENOVATION PROJECT Kim Moore-Sykes, Assistant City Administrator Background: The City of Ramsey began the process of renovating the Old Town Hall when First State Bank of Isanti purchased the parcel and subdivided that portion from what ultimately became Landmark Bank. The purchase price of the lot, $80,000, was set aside by the City for the restoration of the Old Town Hall. Additionally, the Minnesota Historical Society awarded the City with a grant in the amount of $16,000 to be used to complete repair work that needed to be done on the exterior of the building. In 1996, the City received an initial payment of $12,800 or 80% of the grant with the remaining to be received upon completion of the project. The City Council at the time also indicated a willingness to allocate a portion of the City's CDBG funds for the project as well. But upon learning that the restoration of Old Town Hall was not a qualifying project, the proposed allocation of CDBG monies was withdrawn. Based on input from KKE Architects and B.C.F. Construction, an estimate of work to be done was submitted to the City by B.C.F. Construction in late 1996. It was originally determined that it would cost $117,537 to completely renovate and restore the Old Town Hall. The City had escrowed the above-mentioned funds, giving the City approximately $92,800 for the project. Observations: Much of the remodeling for Old Town Hall that has been completed on the inside of the building. The grant that the City received from the Minnesota Historical Society was specifically designated for exterior renovation. At this point, the Minnesota Historical Society is requesting that we complete the work as promised at the time the grant was requested or return the money. They are also seeking information about the City's plans for using the Old Town Hall. Estimates to complete the remaining restoration work will, of course, be market driven, especially during these favorable economic times. Staff is proposing that because of this situation, that they be authorized to act as the construction manager on this project and hire out specific jobs according to a prioritized listing of work that remains to be finished. Much of this work, i.e., roofing, tuck-pointing, electrical, and HVAC will require individual contractors or specific trades. The staff is looking to utilize several local contractors to complete the restoration of Old Town Hall. 187