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WS — Item #1 WORK SESSION STAFF REPORT Work Session Item No. 1 Date: November 3, 2014 To: City Council From: John Swenson, Public Safety Director Re: Preliminary Floor Plans for Fire House at Birch St. & Centerville Rd. Background Following selection of the preferred building site on August 11, 2014, staff has been actively working with the design team to develop a schematic site plan and floor plan that meets the future needs of the Lino Lakes Public Safety Department. Staff had the opportunity to visit other fire facilities and to meet with fire personnel in preparation for programming the new station. During the council work session on October 13th staff and CNH Architects presented Council with 3 design options for the new south side fire station. Council provided feedback on the design options for staff and CNH to incorporate in the preliminary design that will be presented tonight for further Council comment. CNH Architects will be present at the meeting to provide an overview of the progress that has been made to this point and to discuss the four primary components of the project, which includes site plan, floor plan, floor image, and cost estimate. Off-site Improvements Staff is also working with WSB and Associates to develop plans for the extension of sanitary sewer and water main, and for turn lane improvements to service the site. Development of this site should also include evaluation and planning for co -location of other municipal services. Co -location provides financial benefit to the community in terms of shared costs. For example, the drive lanes and turn lanes will provide access not only to the fire station but also the future recreation complex. There are also plans for a well, pump house, and water reservoir on the site. Staff is continuing to evaluate placement of a public works facility in this location that would result in long-term savings for the community. Requested Council Direction Staff is requesting council comment on the preliminary plans.