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APPROPRIATION COMMITTEE REPORT TO THE JUNE 2014 STM Value EnIlineering In response to this larger estimate, the AhCCAC began a"value engineering"process to consider ways of reducing the total cost. Value engineering typically includes substituting less expensive components and materials, using simpler designs (possibly at the expense of aesthetics), deferring upgrades on replaceable items such as light bulbs, and eliminating non-critical items from the project. To respect the historic nature of the mansion section, changes in materials were limited to the newer por- tions of the building where it would be less noticeable. Some tasks were also removed from the bid and will be performed directly by the Town, thus reducing the contingency costs. The AhCCAC also considered the use of"add alternates" as a strategy in the event that all bids exceed the available appropriation. Add alternates divide out some of the work into a list of secondary projects ("al- ternates") that will only be funded if the bids are within budget. The alternates include only projects that can be completed at a future date with minimal disruption to the Community Center,but they are all con- sidered important and would eventually require additional funding. At present, the two add alternates are the new handicap-accessible ramp on the south side of the historic mansion, and the building envelope repairs. As a result of the value engineering process, the total estimated cost was reduced to $6.72 million, for a net increase of$500,000. The Committee is satisfied that the increased request is justifiable and that the project can proceed after this appropriation. The CPC voted to approve the additional funds on June 10, 2014. The Committee recommends approval of this request(7-0). Article 11: Amend Article 2 of the Funds Funding Committee March 24, 2014 Special Town Requested Source Recommendation Meeting — Cary Memorial None N/A IP Building Upgrades This article was placed on the Warrant to ensure an opportunity to appropriate supplemental funds for the renovation of Cary Memorial Building, if such funds were needed. Following the publication of the War- rant, the actual bids on the Cary Memorial Building project were received and it appears that no addition- al appropriation will be needed. The Committee supports indefinite postponement. Article 12• Appropriate For Funds Funding Committee Authorized Capital Requested Source Recommendation Improvements None N/A IP This article was placed on the Warrant to ensure an opportunity to appropriate supplemental funds for various capital projects that were approved by prior town meetings. As of publication, no such appropria- tions have been proposed, and no action is required under this article. The Committee supports indefinite postponement. 8