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Minutes -City of San Leandro City Council, San Leandro Economic Page 10 <br />Development Agency, and San Leandro Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting <br />November 2,1998 <br />Council Member Loeffler commented that it is misleading to refer to the library as <br />a Senior Meeting Facility, noting it is used by a lot of groups. He stated he <br />accepts the design proposal but has concerns with the new multiple prime <br />construction approach. <br />Bill Algire, Director of Engineering and Transportation, indicated this new <br />approach does lend toward better management of the project and professional <br />review. There should be fewer Change Orders and claims, and there is a strong <br />trend going in this direction of construction. <br />Council Member Glaze added that the Library-Historical Commission has been <br />out-front on this project, and he hopes they feel this product meets their needs. He <br />concluded by stating the community fundraising they will provide is needed. <br />Council Member Lothrop commented that the library is one of the most important <br />investments we can make to the community. She clarified with Bill Algire that he <br />is new at this approach and one cannot say one way or the other what would work <br />out best. She concluded by stating she would be supportive of any fundraising <br />events for the library. <br />Council Member Loeffler stressed that there needs to be a thorough discussion as <br />to how we finance capital projects in this City. <br />Mayor Young noted she is familiar with Turner Construction and that they are a <br />reputable company. They have a history of completing their projects on time. It <br />was noted that the Council would have an opportunity to review agreements at the <br />next Council Meeting. She stressed that she, too, feels the library is a vital part of <br />this community. She concluded by pledging her 100% support of any fundraising <br />activities. She will personally pledge $300 to $500 toward their efforts. <br />The following Motion was then introduced: <br />Minute Order No. 98-68, Matter of Library Retrofit/Renovation/Expansion <br />Project -Status Update and Recommendations. (1800) <br />The City Council: <br />(1) Approved the revised Library design and the project budget, not to <br />exceed $13.5 million; <br />(2) Directed staff to pursue the potential of utilizing the multiple prime <br />construction approach for the Library Retrofit/Renovation/Expansion <br />project; and <br />