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A moveable partition can be installed in the basement fitness room to increase flexibility. It was suggested that, when open, the partition be stacked on one side of the room rather than split between two sides. ACTION ITEM: SBA will provide measurements for stacking the partition. A window can be installed at one end of the basement fitness room to allow observation from a small room that might be used by a staff person. That room is currently identified for equipment storage. Storage areas are currently being designed by SBA. The first floor plans now show a door adjacent to the mansion stairs that allows access to a multi-purpose room. This will improve traffic flow. The first floor billiard room has space for two billiard tables. The areas identified for coffee, vending machines, and the Window Pane Kiosk are currently between the rotunda and the multi-purpose dining area. There was discussion about moving the kiosk to the other end of the dining area where there is storage. It was noted that vending machines need to be self-service. ACTION ITEM: SBA will re-visit the design of these areas. Suggestions were made, as follows: Traffic flow within the building needs to be evaluated and alternatives need to be explored. ACTION ITEMS: SBA will explore opportunities to improve stairway access between the floors. In addition to identifying quiet lounging areas, which may be used primarily by senior citizens, it is important to have some “non-quiet” lounging areas. Computer work stations should not block access to windows; windows are an attractive lounging area amenity. It was noted that there is a lot of interest in having space for computer training. There should be dimmable lights in some of the multi-purpose rooms. An area for special needs residents needs to be identified. ACTION ITEM: Ms. Alessandro will solicit comments from the Commission on Disability. 4.SBA December 3, 2013 PowerPoint Presentation—Phase 2: Ms. Wilson identified the kinds of spaces that have been identified for a Phase 2 expansion of the Community Center. This triggered discussion, as follows: A recently identified idea for a greenhouse to support gardening is listed, although it was recognized that this will likely be too costly. Ms. Mauger suggested that the Community Farming Committee be contacted if a greenhouse or gardening opportunities are going to be pursued. Ms. Mauger commented that this Committee may want to request input from the BOS regarding the inclusion of an emergency shelter. She noted that new police and fire stations are high priorities for the Town, and at least one of those buildings may include an emergency shelter. There was a motion, which was seconded, to ask the BOS for direction regarding the Community Center including an emergency shelter. The motion passed. VOTE: 5-0 It was agreed that lockers and showers should be included, the scale of which should be discussed further. In addition to the emergency access road, there should be a sidewalk. The drawing shows a curved road to avoid outcroppings. It was suggested that a recent study that evaluated the capacity of infiltration and detention basins in the area should be reviewed. This Committee is discussing a full gym option; some cost estimates need to be identified. Ms. Wilson presented options for locating a full gym, a half gym, a large multi-purpose room and/or a greenhouse. The impact on parking was discussed. It was suggested that occasional parking on grass areas would be acceptable if those areas were constructed with reinforcement materials. There was a motion and second to ask the BOS for assistance from a parking consultant. The motion passed. VOTE: 5-0 Some of the options for locating a gym and/or large multi-purpose room required demolishing the Carriage House. After discussing the feasibility of such an approach, it was agreed to focus on options that would leave the Carriage House intact and in its current location. 2