HomeMy Public PortalAbout09-27-2010 MEETING OF RICHMOND COMMON COUNCIL
AS BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF RICHMOND POWER AND LIGHT
September 27, 2010
The Board of Directors of Richmond Power and Light met on Monday, September 27,
2010 in the Auditorium at the Service Building. Chairperson Bing Welch called the meeting to
order at 6:00 p.m. Member's present was Bruce Wissel, Larry Parker, Bob Goodwin, Jack
Elstro, and Chaiiiiian Welch. Absent were Board Members Diana Pappin, Kelley Cruse-
Nicholson, Clay Miller and Phil Quinn. Attending from Richmond Power and Light were, Harry
Phillips, Darvin Lemmon, Tim Holland, Susan Williams, and General Manager Steve Saum.
Also in attendance from Lorenz Williams Clinton was Ed Soots.
1. Proposed Building Expansion:
General Manager Steve Saum introduced Ed Soots from the firm of Lorenz Williams
Clinton and roll call was taken. Mr. Saum told the Board that the original plan was to add on to
the building but there was an issue with the transformers so it was decided it was best to renovate
upstairs and move offices up there, while renovating the down stairs to accommodate more
offices. RP&L doesn't meet the ADA requirements or the HIPPA requirements. An addition of
a training facility and increasing storage facilities is also a need. This will also allow all
departments to be located together instead of being separated as they are now. Line equipment is
very expensive and now stays outside. This will change with the renovations.
Mr. Saum told the Board that 9 design firms were consulted and it was decided to employ
Lorenz Williams Clinton. Darvin Lemmon passed out drawings that explained the proposed
plans.
Ed Soots from Lorenz Williams Clinton explained the process of deciding what would
best suit Richmond Power and Light's needs, along with complying with ADA and HIPPA laws.
A small addition will be added to the front to help with the appearance. Mr. Soots then went
through the preliminary design.
The cost estimate would be $1,520,000.00, which includes addition, interior and exterior
improvements and remodeling.
Larry Parker asked what the furnishings would cost and Mr. Saum said an office could be
done for approximately $5,000 for a total of$75,000 for all offices. Mr. Parker said the building
seems very attractive but he didn't like the futuristic look, as it becomes dated very quickly. Mr.
Saum said this is just one design to look at that alterations can be made. Chairperson Welch said
all of the glass is also a maintenance item, to which it was explained this was mirrored glass and
the maintenance is minimal.
Mr. Saum said another$600,000 would need to be added to the estimate, which includes
the new Storeroom and lots. These totals will be spent in two years. This item will be placed in
the budget.
The upstairs remodeling will take 8-9 months with the downstairs renovation taking
about 6 months.
With no further business to discuss Chairperson Bing Welch adjourned the meeting at
7:10 p.m.
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Karen Chasteen, IAMC, MMC
City Clerk