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8. Alternatives for providing services most efficiently through shared facilities with other cities or local governments. The City has considered the eight points as they relate to the projects identified in Appendix A and more thoroughly defined below through the issuance of CIP Bonds. The findings are as follows: Conditions of City Infrastructure and Need for the Project The existing Public Works facility is housed in three (3) separate buildings and a temporary construction trailer for office space. The existing buildings are over 40 years old, are not energy efficient, do not provide for a safe working environment for staff, are inefficient and do not provide adequate vehicle storage space. The space limitations and a desire for increased operational efficiencies drive the need for this project in the City. Renovation and/or expansion on the existing site doesn't make sense due to the need for more space. Demand for the Project A new facility is needed to provide a safe work environment, better layout for more efficient workflow and indoor storage to maintain fleet quality and reduce maintenance expenses on vehicles. Estimated Cost of the Project The project is preliminarily estimated to cost up to $20,000,000 inclusive of construction and soft costs. Construction contracts were awarded on September 8, 2020 for the first bid package and the 2nd bid package is anticipated to be awarded on November 10, 2020. The final bonding amount, not to exceed $10,000,000, will be subject to City Council approval of contracts for the project. Availability of Public Resources The City has identified a portion of the project is to be funded by general obligation bond proceeds and supplemented by other available capital resources on hand. Given the size of the project, debt is necessary to provide for the costs and preserve necessary operating resources for the City. City of Ramsey, MN Five -Year Capital Improvement Plan for Bond Issuance 5