CC MEETING: March 3, 2015
DATE: February 25, 2015
TO: Leonard Martin, City Manager
FROM: Carl W. Shelton, Fleet & Facilities Director
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Discuss City Hall Council Chambers Facelift.
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BACKGROUND:
The purpose of this worksession item is to present information regarding an upcoming aesthetic and functional facelift to the City Hall Council Chambers. The existing carpet and seating in the chambers is original to the facility, which was constructed in 1986. The audience seating is 18" in width and offers very little ergonomic support. Working closely with a leading auditorium seating manufacturer, staff tested several chairs and sampled numerous fabrics. Staff is recommending replacement with a color coordinating combination of 20" - 24" chairs and two strategically placed 30" bariatric chairs. Integral to the project is the inclusion of a center aisle in the lower level seating area to improve egress.
The initial phase of the project will include the replacement of the carpet. Staff has chosen a pattern and color which blends well with existing textures, colors, and finishes. A future phase will include the replacement of the podium with center placement to improve presentation versatility. The new location will allow optional presentations to both council and the audience.
Staff will present a short four slide presentation to Council depicting the overall improvements.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION/ACTION DESIRED:
Staff will brief the City Council at the March 3rd worksession.