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TOWN OF LEXINGTON
Department of Public Facilities
Meeting Minutes
Lexington Permanent Building Committee (PBC)
Location: 201 Bedford Street, 2nd Fir. Conference Room
Meeting Date & Time: 08 June, 2010, 7:OOPM
Attendees: Jon Himmel, Chairman, PBC
Peter Johnson, PBC
Eric Brown, PBC
Carl Oldenburg, PBC
Dick Perry, PBC
Bruce Creager, PBC
Mark W. Barrett, DPF
Pat Goddard, DPF
Bill Hadley, DPW
Bill Middlemiss, Chief Lexington FD
Mark Corr, Chief Lexington PD
Michael Lawrence, HKT
Brett Donham, Donham & Sweeney
Jeff Shaw, Donham & Sweeney
Abbreviations that may be used in this document:
PBC— Lexington Permanent Building Committee
DPF — Lexington Department of Public Facilities
DPW — Lexington Department of Public Works
HKT— HKT Architects — Architects of Record, Lexington DPW Facility
CTA — CTA Construction Co., Inc.
SB — Sebesta Bloomberg
WS — Weston & Sampson
1.0 GENERAL BUSINESS
1.1 Minutes
02/09/10
Motion: To Approve the Meeting Minutes from 12 January 2010.
Motion: Eric Brown 2nd: Dick Perry
Motion: To Approve the Meeting Minutes from 09 February 2010.
Motion: Eric Brown 2nd: Dick Perry
Voted: Unanimous
Voted: Unanimous
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1.2 Monthly Bills
5/11/10
DPF presented monthly invoices totaling $14,360.79, which were approved for payment.
6/8/10
DPF presented invoices totaling $24,976.47, which were approved for payment.
1.3 Meeting Minute Format
(Item Relocated from 2.24 to general business)
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Mark Barrett is waiting for proposal from PSS.
02/09/10
Price quotes from Prolog were sent to IT.
03/09/10
PBC suggested inquiry about recurring annual cost for software. Mark Barrett will get details from Prolog.
6/8/10
Motion to approve purchase of Prolog software and licenses
Motion: Peter Johnson 2 "d: Eric Brown Vote: 4 -0
2.0 PUBLIC WORKS & FACILITIES BUILDING PROJECT
2.01 Contractor Monthly Requisition
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4/13/10
Motion to approve payment of Application for Payment #27 in the amount of $52,313.00
Motion: Bill Kennedy 2nd: Dick Perry Vote: Unanimous
06/08/10
Motion to approve payment of Application for Payment #28 in the amount of $114,822.00
Motion: Dick Perry 2nd: Eric Brown Vote: Unanimous
2.03 Construction Change Orders
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04/13/10
Change Order #24 in the amount of $25, 959.62 for additional cost.
1. Additional work associated with time and materials for PCO 182, for modifications to overhead door $1069.82.
2. Additional work associated with PCO 183, for modifications of the handrail for stair #1 $919.80.
3. Credit associated with PCO 184, for automatic shutdown for the boiler was not a credit $1863.69.
4. Additional work outlined in PCO 185, for additional lettering for the building as requested by the Town $2190.00.
5. Additional work associated with PCO 186, for additional corrugated metal panels for the revised generator enclosure
$12,778.00.
6. Additional work associated with PCO 187, for work related to providing sound attenuators for RTU -1 and HV -1 $7138.31.
Motion to approve Change Order # 24 in the amount of $25,959.62
Motion: Peter Johnson 2nd:Dick Perry Vote: 4 -0 -1
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2.3 Commissioning Status
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03/09/10
Meeting with E. Amanti, corrections to start up procedures were done. Discussions taking place on amount of outside air being
brought in to system and how much CFM is passing over energy recovery wheel.. Meeting 3.11.10 for slight modifications of O.A.
dampers to prevent whistling. Sound Attenuators being proposed for noise level control from unit to reduce sound db at property
line back to original level of background noise, prior to construction project.
2.4. DPW Construction Schedule
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03/09/10
PBC Looking for firm schedule from GC to accomplish everything, front outdoor signage, canopy, and planting to be scheduled and
closed out. PBC would like to have final requisition by end of March.
2.22 Telephones for DPW
11/10/09
Admin training complete. Mark Barrett will follow up with Dorinda Goodman on punch list items.
01/12/10
Mark Barrett to coordinate with Dorinda Goodman to closeout.
2.26 Budget
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01/12/10
DPF provided an update to the Budget. Transfers were proposed to reconcile individual line items in the budget. Tentative net
balance on budget in excess of $2,200,000.00
Motion to approve transfer as proposed in DPW Project Budget dated 1.12.10.
Motion: Jon Himmel 2nd: Peter Johnson Vote: Unanimous
2.31 Bi- Directional Radio
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01/12/10
HKT has sent contract. Ongoing.
03/09/10
Contractors submittal / Design plan should be submitted shortly.
2.60 Site Signage at Street
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12/8/09
Proposed Change Order cost was received, reviewed and accepted under Change Order discussions for this work.
03/09/10
Front outdoor signage is on list to be scheduled. General Contractor is doing the base.
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2.61 Punch List
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03/09/10
PBC would like schedule for all outstanding items at next meeting.
06/08/10
HKT presented punch list many items are warranty issues.
2.65 Canopy Signage
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02/09/10
Motion: To approve PCO #185 $2190.00 to remove panels required at soffet to install signage.
Motion: Peter Johnson 2nd: Eric Brown Vote: Unanimous
03/09/10
Question raised about the seam and the painted channel and color match?
2.73 Fluid Distribution System
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01/12/10
Ongoing
03/09/10
Contractor Reps. will contact Mark Barrett to start work on system, no water line.
2.75 Carpet
12/8/09
The carpet manufacturer is now proposing to replace all the carpet in the building based upon the apparent defect in the backing
material. The details of the replacement are not yet defined. A new backing material is planned.
1/12/10
Replacement process has been initiated, although planning and scheduling will be needed. Materials are on order and are 6 to 8
weeks out.
03/09/10
Carpet manufacturer to move furniture, coordination with General Contractor.
2.76 References
12/8/09
The PBC discussed and agreed that a letter of recommendation should be sent to HKT Architects and to it's Project Manager Michael
Lawrence for the outstanding work, care and level of commitment dedicated to the Town and this project.
01/12/10
Jon Himmel will write recommendation letters. PBC suggest that HKT be available for Town Meeting to discuss closeout of
project and money saved.
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2.77 Tools
02/09/10
Motion: To approve up to $10,000.00 from the Equipment line item to purchase tools for Carpentry shop.
Motion: Dick Perry 2nd: Peter Johnson Vote: 3 yes -1 no
04/13/10
Motion: To approve purchase of tools for milling machine (Chuck and Cutters) in the amount of $2976.71.
Motion: Eric Brown 2nd: Bill Kennedy Vote: 3 yes -1 no
2.78 Botanical Gardens Sustainable Sites
02/09/10
Mike Lawrence discussed certification for sustainable sites. Cost to apply $0 if accepted cost would be $5000.00. PBC declined.
2.79 Mezzanine
03/09/10
Wayne Brooks or Bill Hadley to take a tour with PBC members to identify what drives storage needs and how much.
04/13/10
PBC would like a fee proposal from HKT using sketches provided by Wayne Brooks for the main mezzanine only at the rear wing of
the main vehicle bays. One proposal for using the system as proposed and one proposal for building system as compatible with
existing construction.
5/11/10
HKT proposal for the mezzanine.
Option A: $19,710.00
Option B: $22,100.00
PBC tabled conversation and would like HKT to check RW Sullivan fees. Possibly get other fees for MEP. Would also like Pat Goddard
present for further conversation.
6/8/10
Pat Goddard and Bill Hadley discussed the needs for the mezzanine. PBC suggest there is a need to explore other options.
• What needs to be stored
• What is currently stored on the mezzanine.
• What other means could be developed to provide the storage.
2.80 Central Storage Shelving
03/09/10
Cost to add shelving for non pallet items $6091.39
Motion to approve:
Motion: Eric Brown 2nd: Dick Perry Vote: 4 -0
2.81 Floor Cleaning
03/09/10
DPF and PBC discussed the purchase of a special floor cleaning machine for the vehicle areas, but after discussion resolved that the
current Street sweeper machine ought to be able to accomplish the task of floor cleaning in the garage area instead of buying
another machine.
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2.82 Wash Bay
04/13/10
The PBC toured the vehicle car wash area to review the current conditions of erosion, paint decay, water seepage and equipment
operation. See HKT email of 1 -28 -10 and HKT letters of 2 -4 -10 and 3 -25 -10 and RW Sullivan memo of 5- 12 -10.
After much discussion of the many issues involved the PBC requested that HKT return to the next meeting with recommendations on
how each item can be addressed and resolved.
5/11/10
HKT power point presentation will be forwarded to DPF.
Design team has not seen this type of condition with similar systems in other DPW's.
Review of steel, operator and disconnect.
Discussion needed of sequence of operation for the car wash.
PBC discussed HKT pursuing painter to get them to do as much as possible, but do it right.
Motion to set aside monies to hire a specialist to review conditions and processes of the wash bay area, may include forensics.
Motion: Dick Perry 2nd: Eric Brown Vote: 5 -0
6/08/10
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Proposal was reviewed by PBC. PBC members would like the scope and tasks for investigation needs
to be defined. Mark Barrett to coordinate a meeting to discuss with Greg from SG &H.
2.83 Front Walkway
6/08/10
Suggestion to have a walkway connecting the public sidewalk to the building entrance. PBC suggest this should be a Town
Engineering design. Bill Hadley to follow up on design and cost estimate.
5.0 Fire and Police Study and Design
5.2 Confirmation of Fire Department Space needs
04/13/10
Confirmation of Fire Department Space needs was discussed and the architects report 95% finalized, will report next meeting.
5/11/10
Donham & Sweeney reviewed Maguire Study with the Chief. Square Foot needs +/- 1,000 sf, chief is in agreement.
5.3 Police Department Space Needs
04/13/10
Development of Police Department space needs was completed and transmitted to PBC.
Chief to review with Staff and Architects to meet with Police staff to review
There was discussion as to whom should challenge the space needs of this or any program developed.
5/11/10
Police program was reviewed with staff. The firing range and locker sizes are issues still in discussion. The Architects are to continue
to meet with the Police Department representatives.
6/08/10
Space programming is ongoing. Discussion of locker size and firing range still ongoing.
5.4 Zoning assessment Report
04/13/10
Zoning assessment Report was delivered to the PBC and reviewed
PBC recommended Architects meet with Town Zoning official to review.
5/11/10
Regulatory reviews, Donham & Sweeney met with zoning officer reviewed made corrections and resubmitted.
Existing vs. proposed areas of relief needed.
Final document to go to Town counsel.
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5.5 Fire Station Site Survey
04/13/10
A site survey was initiated and the Architects expect result by the next meeting.
5/11/10
Discussion about the Monitoring wells and filtration system at the Fire site revolved around limitations on development. Mark
Barrett to Follow up.
6/08/10
Email distributed information available to all parties on the monitoring wells.
5.6 Police Site Plan development Options
04/13/10
Various options for how the police station property could be develop when considering a substantial addition to the Police Station
and how these might impact on the existing white house and parking overall.
The Architects were informed of prior studies in this area that could provide information about parking. DPF to transmit to
Architects available documents.
5/11/10
Concept design options were reviewed. Capt. O'Leary pointed out monitoring wells on site. Mark Barrett to follow up.
6/8/10
Continued concept design options explored.
5.7 Fire Site Plan development Options
5/11/10
Concept design options were reviewed. Discussions regarding traffic intersection and vehicle access. Architects to review design
further with Chief and Staff.
6/08/10
Still not clear as to where the State Highway ends. Donham & Sweeney to research further.
Continued design work / options discussed.
5.8 Project Schedule
04/13/10
Overall Project Schedule was reviewed.
Next meeting anticipate:
• Completed existing building analysis
• Informal meetings with Zoning and or HDC and Planning Board
• Fire Station Programming
• Meet with Police Staff on programming
• Begin Schematics
06/08/10
Invitation to HDC Committee to attend next PBC Meeting, to be made by committee.
Next meeting anticipate:
• Advanced Schematics specifically elevations.
• Cost Estimates
• Square Foot analysis
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5.9 Emergency Operation Center
6/08/10
Motion to approve expenditure of funds not exceeding $43,550.00 for the purposes of equipping the EOC at 201 Bedford Street.
Subject to the Town Managers approval that this expenditure represents an appropriate use or allocation of project funds for
the full scope required for EOC operations.
Motion: Eric Brown 2nd: Carl Oldenburg Vote: 4 -0
Next Meeting:
7/13/10
Public Services Building, 201 Bedford St. 7:00 PM
Meeting Adjourned 10:55 PM
Motion to Adjourn
Motion: Carl Oldenburg
Attachments
2nd:
Dick Perry Unanimous
Donham & Sweeney Meeting Minutes for 08 June 2010 presentation to the PBC.
Donham & Sweeney Meeting Minutes for 11 May 2010 presentation to the PBC.
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Donham & Sweeney
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C. Christopher Loan, associate; A7:1
Lexington Police & Fire Station Study
Meeting Notes
8 June 2010
Page 1 of 2
Attending: Jonathan Himmel
Eric Brown
Peter Johnson
Carl Oldenburg
Richard Perry
Chief William Middlemiss
Chief Mark Corr
Patrick Goddard
Mark Barrett
Brett Donham
Jeff Shaw
Distribution: All present, plus
Nick Derr
Avi Shoss
File: 0907:2.2
Next Meeting: 6/8/2010
A R C H I T E C T S
Chair, Permanent Building Committee
Permanent Building Committee
Permanent Building Committee
Permanent Building Committee
Permanent Building Committee
Fire Chief, Lexington Fire Department
Police Chief, Lexington Police Department
Director, Department of Public Facilities
Project Manager, Department of Public Facilities
D &S
D &S
D &S
D &S
• B. Donham described the results of the structural engineering study for both buildings, a copy
of which has been given to M. Barrett. Both buildings are in non - compliance with the seismic
requirements of the new Building Code. Retrofitting both buildings with seismic resistant
structures is very expensive. To avoid that cost, any addition must have a 3" wide soft joint
with the original building and new openings in the masonry walls must be very limited in
size. The structural slab in the apparatus room is failing, has sagged and has cracks that
extend through the slab. The structural engineer believes it will continue to function at least to
mid -2011 and perhaps beyond, but is unwilling to predict when it will fail to the extent of
putting the apparatus at risk. He said "something needs to be done soon ".
• J. Shaw presented two sets of plans for the Fire Station. One is a renovation/addition and the
other is a new building. These plans resulted from 2 meetings with the Fire Chief. J. Shaw
described the constraints offered by the existing building and the increase in floor area
resulting from trying to reuse the building. He also described the significant traffic difficulties
with all apparatus trying to exit or enter via Camilla Avenue onto Bedford Street. The
Permanent Building Committee offered the following comments;
o In the parking table, indicate the number of existing spaces as was done with the
Police Station
o In the new building design try to avoid the small setbacks at the second floor because
of the extra cost
o In the new building try to put the stairs in -board so exterior walls are freed up for
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• B. Donham presented one set of plans for the Police Station. These plans grew out of
extensive consideration by Police Department staff and 2 meetings with them. A copy of the
Sixth draft of the Space Needs Program was distributed. The program area has grown from
24,450 SF on 4/13/10 to 28,126 SF in the Sixth Edition. Increases were primarily in the
Garage, the Sally -port, the Lobby, and the Lockers [as a result of moving from 30" to
36" lockers and increasing the number of lockers]. The Police Chief said the Dispatch needs
to be larger, and secure space, preferably indoors, needs to be provided for 2 emergency
generators. He also said he needs a serviceable range that is large enough to train on; the
present one is too short and an outdoor range, reproducing real -world conditions, is preferred.
The present range is contaminated with lead, he said. The Committee instructed D &S to
construct the base building pricing with refurbishment of the present range in the building
plus a new indoor /outdoor rang at Hartwell Avenue. An alternate should include a new indoor
range at the Police Station.
• Other comments from the Permanent Building Committee;
o Document the gross to net area for each building
o Provide cost estimates and elevations at the next meeting on 7/13. The estimates are
to include plans with and without seismic upgrades as well as the costs to extend the
useful life of both buildings by 10 years. MEP narratives will be needed as well
o The 7/13 meeting will include members of the HDC on an informal basis
o There will be a special meeting on 7/27 that includes the Capital Expenses
Committee and possibly a representative of the Boar of Selectmen
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Lexington Police & Fire Station Study
Meeting Notes
11 May 2010
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Attending: Jonathan Himmel
Eric Brown
Peter Johnson
Carl Oldenburg
Richard Perry
Chief William Middlemiss
Robert Mercer
Mark Barrett
Brett Donham
Jeff Shaw
Distribution: All present, plus
Chief Mark Corr
Patrick Goddard
Nick Derr
Avi Shoss
File: 0907:2.2
Next Meeting: 6/8/2010
ARCHITECTS
Chair, Pei uianent Building Committee
Permanent Building Committee
Permanent Building Committee
Permanent Building Committee
Permanent Building Committee
Fire Chief, Lexington Fire Department
Detective, Lexington Police Department
Project Manager, Department of Public Facilities
D &S
D &S
Police Chief, Lexington Police Department
Director, Department of Public Facilities
D &S
D &S
• B. Donham described the changes to the zoning analysis resulting from a meeting with Dave
George, the Town's Zoning Administrator. Both buildings are in different Historic Districts.
Both buildings will probably need a number of items of zoning relief. D. George said there is
a possibility that town Counsel might rule that town buildings are exempt from zoning
regulations. That has not been confirmed. D &S to send a copy of the zoning analysis with
these meeting notes.
• B. Donham distributed a copy of the revised Space Needs summary for the Fire Department.
The fire Chief said it was generally acceptable and details can be worked out in the design
phase.
• Discussion was held on the issue of the petroleum plume clean -up on the Fire Station site. M.
Barrett was asked to contact the Town Manager to determine what kind of encumbrance on
the future use of the land this presents.
• J. Shaw presented 2 concept design options for the Fire Station. Comments included;
o Look at the possibility of a new station on the site
o Addition to the present building does not need to be a "Colonial" copy; t a well
designed contemporary building is preferred over a poorly designed fake Colonial
o One ambulance is cross staffed with a ladder truck
o Traffic signaling needs to be reconfigured; the cost for doing that should be included
in the report
• B. Donham described his meeting with Police Department staff and the resulting changes
[additions] to the Space Needs Program. There was expressed some concern about the
increases to the size of the range, the locker room and the sallyport. The Committee asked for
comparative data with other police stations. The sally port envisioned by the Department is a
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• J. Shaw presented 3 concept design options for the Police Station. Comments included;
o Range to be eliminated. D &S to include in the report the costs for a new inexpensive
facility at the Hartwell Avenue site.
o Explore possibility of the main level of the addition being raised above the main level
of the existing facility; requires ramps or elevator for accessibility.
• The project is generally on schedule; the zoning analysis is ahead of schedule, the concept
design work is on schedule, and the analysis of the existing buildings is behind schedule.
• The next meeting is June 8. D &S was asked to bring some rough cost estimates. The July
meeting may include some folks from the CPA Committee.