To see if the Town will vote to transfer from available funds the sum of $15,000 (Fifteen thousand dollars), pursuant to any applicable statute, for the purpose of providing architectural schematic designs, engineering and site evaluation studies, a phased work plan, and detailed cost estimates for a new public safety center to be located on the site of the existing fire station; or do or act relating thereto.
Sponsor: Police, Fire and Ambulance Departments
Summary: This article is to appropriate funds so that the Public Safety Building Task Force can begin initial work with an architect to develop architectural designs for a Public Safety Building housing Police, Fire, and Ambulance at the existing Fire Station, have site evaluation and engineering studies done, and explore the option of a phased work plan with an associated cost estimate, in anticipation of presenting an article for the complete project at the fall Special Town Meeting. This information will be shared with the public as it becomes available so that full discussions can be held during the upcoming months to address concerns, answer questions, and evaluate suggestions. The intent of this study is to integrate public safety facility expansion in a cost-effective manner based on the developing needs of the town.
Board of Selectmen Recommendation: Approved
Advisory Committee Recommendation: Approved
Vote Required: simple majority
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