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MINiITES CITY COUNCIL SEPTEt4BER 11, 1996 Kroos felt only 50 or 60 square feet would be eliminated, and eliminating that footage would move the vestibule right in front of the counter area. Pedersen pointed out that there appears to be an empty cavity behind the Council table, and asked if this area could be opened up to widen the space in the Historical Society Addition. Morelan agreed the extra space would open up traffic flow and site lines. Kroos replied that that option could be looked at. With regard to cost impacts, Kroos pointed out that cost estimating was completed by an independent cost estimating source. The preliminary construction estimate for the Historical Society addition is $264,400 on the concept level, or $132.00 per square foot. According to the preliminary estimate, it will cost approximately $8,800 more to retrofit the existing public restrooms than to provide a new ADA compliant restroom in the Historical Society Addition. Kroos reported that the project is a small one which results in higher square footage costs. The estimates are preliminary, and not based on competitive bid. Kroos felt competitive bids will result in a reduced cost. Morelan asked how the square footage cost of new construction would compare to an addition. Kroos felt the cost would be close to the same. Kroos noted that there is a cost savings due to the perimeter walls which would be shared. Fahey pointed out that the Historical Society Addition would make the City Council chambers more multi- purpose. Scalze asked if a stand-alone facility would require larger bathroom facilities. Kroos did not believe so. However, from a practical point of view there would be a preference for individual sex bathrooms. Morelan asked the estimated life of the addition. Kroos pointed out the construction would be wood frame and brick veneer, which does not have as long a life as masonry. Kroos estimated a 25 to 30 year life cycle 4