Item Number: 7.a.
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September 15, 2026

Resolution setting a public hearing on October 6, 2026 on project manual and estimate of cost for the construction of the City Hall ADA Elevator Modernization Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and directing the City Engineer to place said project manual on file for public inspection.


Prepared By:

Michelle Riedinger - Senior Facilities Design and Construction Manager

 
Reviewed By:

Jason Havel - City Engineer
Juli Seydell Johnson - Parks and Recreation Director
Ron Knoche - Public Works Director
Geoff Fruin - City Manager

Liz Craig - Assistant City Attorney

 
Fiscal Impact:

The engineer's estimate of construction costs is $470,000. $305,000 is currently available in the ADA Elevator Improvements account #R4388. Any additional project costs will be covered by unused funds from other projects, bond premiums, interest or future year budget allocations. 

 
Staff Recommendation:
Approval
 
Attachments:
Resolution
 
Executive Summary:

This agenda item begins the bidding process for the City Hall ADA Elevator Modernization Project. This project generally includes primarily equipment upgrades and modernization of two existing elevators in City Hall to meet current accessibility and code requirements. Associated work includes a new fire-rated machine room door and limited lighting, electrical, communications, fire alarm, sprinkler and shaft exhaust modifications. 

Background / Analysis:

The two elevators at City Hall were installed over 25 years ago and have not undergone significant modernization efforts since installation. These elevators do not meet the current ADA standards. Recommendations for elevator improvements were cited in the 2012 Space Needs Study and Master Plan and the Facility ADA study. 


Project Timeline:
Hold Public Hearing and Approve Project Manual:  October 6, 2026
Bid Letting Date: November 19, 2026
Contract Award Council Meeting Date: December 8, 2026
Construction Dates:  May 2027 – October 2027