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ARTICLE 8 (d) Project: CPA Category: Amount Requested: Amount Recommended: Muzzey Senior Center Upgrade — Phase 3 Historic Resources $526,818 *Indefinitely Postponed due to the acquisition of the Marrett Road Property Project Description: Phase 1 of this project was funded at the 2010 Annual Town Meeting to complete a study of the safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency issues at the Senior Center, located in the Muzzey Condominium Building at 1475 Massachusetts Avenue. The study recommended $1,040,444 in improvements. Phase 2 was funded at the 2012 Annual Town Meeting with an appropriation of $561,518 to implement lighting improvements, install a two -stop limited use/limited access (LULA) elevator between the two floors of the Senior Center, and to construct a new code - compliant communicating stair between the same two floors. Undertaking of these improvements has been put on hold pending the Town's evaluation of an alternate location for the Senior Center at the newly acquired Scottish Rite site. Phase 3 as originally proposed would modernize the HVAC systems, reconfigure program space and correct code violations Project Goals and Objectives: • Installation of a new energy efficient HVAC system. • Reconfiguration of program space to better meet the needs of the public. • Correct code violations to comply with the current Massachusetts Architectural Access Board (MAAB) Standards. Project Benefit: This project will eliminate barriers that impact the use of the Senior Center/Human Services Department by persons with disabilities or mobility impairments. The ultimate goal is to provide a safe and welcoming access and space to the people who use the Senior Center and to Muzzey Condominium residents. The current Senior Center space does not comply with the regulations of the MAAB. The HVAC system is inefficient and obsolete, and compromises comfort. The air conditioning system is at the end of its useful life. The replacement of these systems will provide comfortable and energy - efficient spaces for Senior Center program participants and staff. This may result in a reduction of energy and maintenance costs as well. The steps to address the MAAB violations detailed in a report by the architectural firm of Bargmann, Hendrie + Archetype, include bathroom improvements, clearing of floor areas, and modifying door widths and door hardware. These improvements will directly enhance user comfort, safety and accessibility. Funding Request: This article will be indefinitely postponed due to the purchase of the Marrett Road property, which is anticipated to meet the space and programmatic needs of the Senior Center. 11