Town of Holden
Public Safety Building Committee
Meeting Minutes
June 2, 2010
6:00PM HMLD
Present: Chairman Chris Lucchesi, Karl Makela, Bob Beck, Peter Liddy,
Dave Ellis, Deputy Fire Chief Alex Belisle
Absent:
David White, Brian Forts, Mary Ryan, Rick Bates, Police Chief Sherrill,
Fire Chief Chandler
Others Present:
Paul McAndrew, Kaestle Boos Associates
Gary Kaczmarek, Owners On Site Project Manager
Robert Para, Jr. Lamoureux Pagano Associates
Elizabeth Helder, Recording Secretary
Others Absent:
Mike Pagano, Lamoureux Pagano Associates
Michael McKeon, Kaestle Boos Associates
Chairman Lucchesi called the meeting to order at 6:00PM.
Public Comment
No one from the public addressed the Committee.
Architect’s Report
Mr. Paul McAndrew with KBA presented an architect’s report dated June 2, 2010.
The committee reviewed open COP’s for approval: COP 061-01, 068-01, 070-01, 071-01, 076-01,
079-01, 080-01, 081-01, 083-01 not to exceed the cost recommended by KBA
Motion by Peter Liddy, seconded by Karl Makela, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER PROPOSALS 061-01, 068-01, 070-01, 071-01, 076-01, 079-01, 080-01, 081-01, 083-01 NOT TO EXCEED THE COST RECOMMENDED BY KBA.
KBA is waiting for credit from contractor regarding the oxygen system that was purchased separately as an owner’s item.
Mr. McAndrew recommended approval of G&R’s requisition #13 in the amount of $636,166.67.
G&R continues to generate its list of warranty items. The list will help the committee determine if extended warranties for particular products/systems are necessary.
Eleven companies picked up FF&E bid packages. The bid opening is scheduled for June 3, 2010 at 2PM in the Selectmen’s Room. Chairman Lucchesi requested the committee receive a list of the contractors and their bids as soon as possible. Anticipated furniture arrival is August 23, 2010.
The committee reviewed a 75% progress set of the bid drawings for the renovations to the existing fire station. KBA continues to work on drawings and specifications. A review of the kitchen in the current fire department is ongoing to determine its feasibility. KBA to forward an electronic copy of the plans to the committee.
Mr. Kaczmarek has begun to plan for a landscape design. Discussion regarding the Dedication Plaque will be scheduled for June 16, 2010.
Project Management
Exterior work progresses. Interior walls are almost complete. Light fixtures are 95% installed. Hydro testing is ongoing. The Board of Selectmen, Finance Committee and members of the press will tour the building at 5PM on June 7, 2010. All committee members are encouraged to attend.
Mr. Kaczmarek reported that Steve Breed says the Motorola package will run Windows XP. Windows 7 is not available.
Mr. Kaczmarek renewed discussion regarding concerns he has about the generator and its excessive height. A quote to purchase/install a three-sided catwalk with a ladder and a railing in galvanized steel came in at $4500.
Motion by Peter Liddy, seconded by Karl Makela, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED TO APPROVE THE CATWALK/LADDER/RAILING SYSTEM IN GALVANIZED STEEL AS PRESENTED BY MR. KACZMAREK.
Rob Para has conducted a 50% review. The next commissioning meeting 6/22. Field reports are being issued to contractors. Mass Highway Boston has approved the plans and given the directive to move ahead.
Chairman’s Comments
Chairman Lucchesi reported that Howard Systems is struggling in the marketplace and has not been responsive to its business commitment to the committee. The Chairman said he had a verbal discussion with Mr. Howard and followed up with a letter outlining the expectations of the project. Chairman Lucchesi said if Mr. Howard is unable to fulfill his obligation, his contract will be terminated and other source will be hired.
New Business
Next Meeting Agenda:
Communications
Technology
Building Dedication Plaque
FF&E
High-level outstanding items/their value/and their priority
A review of outstanding change orders and credits
Adjournment
Motion by Bob Beck, seconded by Dave Ellis, it was UNANIMOUSLY VOTED TO ADJOURN THE
JUNE 2, 2010 MEETING AT 7:10PM.
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