CC MEETING: July 2, 2024
DATE: June 20, 2024
TO: Erin Rinehart, City Manager
FROM: Kim Bybee, Parks Manager
Chrystal Davis, Assistant City Manager
Title
Consider Approval Of Historical Renovations To The A.W. Perry Homestead By Dallas Harmony Construction Through An Inter-Local Agreement With BuyBoard In An Amount No To Exceed $534,223.80.
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BACKGROUND:
Additional funding for a Historic Structures Report (HSR) was granted during the FY19 budget process for the A.W. Perry Homestead Museum and property. The final updated report was completed in 2020. An HSR provides documentary, graphic, and physical information about a property’s history and existing condition, prioritizing restoration efforts to extend the longevity and use of a historic property. This comprehensive report included a history report, architectural report, inspections report, accessibility report, and structural report. Through this study, over 100 points of consideration for inspection were identified.
City staff have addressed several items, but we have now reached a stage where a specialized restoration expert is needed to complete the necessary renovations to preserve both the interior and exterior of the house and outbuildings. These renovations will not include work on the barn, as that structure was approved for funding during the 2022 bond election.
A 10% contingency is included to cover any additional costs that may arise during the renovation process.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
Competitive pricing was secured through BuyBoard. The renovations of the museum will be funded out of the following accounts:
ACCTG UNIT BUDGET AMOUNT
854360 - Perry Museum Improvements $534,223.80
IMPACT ON COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY:
This project supports and aligns with Council goals and objectives through the fiduciary care and maintenance of our infrastructure.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION/ACTION DESIRED:
Staff recommends approval of the renovations to the A.W. Perry Homestead by Dallas Harmony Construction in an amount not to exceed $534,223.80 using the City’s existing agreement with BuyBoard.