Director's Take
Posted on Jan 13, 2011
Looking for a CM@R
The Library will begin advertising for a Construction Manager at Risk (CM@R) for its Addition and Renovation Project at the end of January. What's a CM@R? It's a slightly different process than the typical construction bidding process where the agency puts out a full set of construction drawings, accepts bids and then contracts with the lowest bidder. In this process, the Library will be evaluating not only of the potential firms' costs for the project, but also their qualifications to manage the project. One of the parts I like best about this process is that it allows the Library to bring on a general contractor earlier in the project than is typical so as to build a better partnership for developing the construction drawings and project costs.
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Posted on Nov 22, 2010
Quick Update on Library Addition
We've had a series of pre-application meetings with the Town of Jackson's Design Review Committee, Planning Commission and Council. Our architect Peggy Gilday reviewed the current design with these three groups and solicited their informal comments. There was nothing unexpected. In fact, we received good comments to help us as the architects move ahead with sketch plans.
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Posted on Sep 23, 2010
When Will the Library Start the Addition?
Now that the library's funding for the addition and renovation is secure, we are moving ahead with our project. So, I'd like to give you a brief update on what's happening.
The number one question I hear is "when will you start building?" The answer is early summer 2011, with a target completion date of January 2013.
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Posted on Aug 18, 2010
THANK YOU, VOTERS!!
Posted on Jul 20, 2010
Need Answers about the Library Addition and Improvements Project?
Have a question or want to know more about the Library's Addition and Improvements Project on the August 17 SPET ballot? I have several opportunities for you:
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