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• The existing basement lunch room would be used as an exercise room. No construction will be required, however; HVAC in the exercise room will need to be assessed. • Interior modifications would also include bunk rooms, lockers, training and kitchen space. • PBC: Asked about staffing numbers for Fire. The committee was informed there are 17-18 daytime staff and 10 suppression overnight staff. • A discussion on codes allowed for keeping one handicap bathroom and adding a shower due to this being a temporary location for Fire. o Walls in living spaces, doors and floors need to be renovated for code. o Sprinklers need to be reviewed o Basement use is not being effected. Traffic Study and Estimates at 173 Bedford Street Location Jeff discussed his Engineer's Traffic Study Findings. • To improve traffic flow during emergency response, it was recommended that a traffic signal be installed at this location. • It was recommended to add enhancement of the Opticon System already in use by the Fire Department for earlier activation. • PBC brought to attention the light at the bike path, and traffic backups on Bedford Street, and whether an Opticon System should be used. • The project cost is estimated at $2,092,121. • Hazardous materials reports show possible asbestos in ceiling tiles. Additional money is built-in if abatement is needed. • PBC asked if other non ACM is in the building. Jeff stated it is not known, however; duct wrap in the attic and ceiling tiles are suspect. • PBC asked if the life span of the roof is known, when it was last done and that it might be prudent to inspect. • PBC inquired about the apparatus building exhaust system. It was informed that a fan system would be used in the temp bays. • PBC inquired about the limited number of shower stalls at the facility. The concern being is when coming back from an incident and everyone needing to clean up. Dennis suggested reversing the men's and women's space which would allow for additional showers in the men's room. Police Proiect Overview Jeff presented the Conceptual Design Options for staying at the current Massachusetts (Mass.) Avenue location or relocating to the 173 Bedford Street location. Key features are noted below: Mass Ave Location • The Mass. Avenue location removes a lot of the existing building. Another schematic for using/saving more of the building will be looked into. PBC Meeting 02.16.17 3