Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Department Head: Lesley Briones, Commissioner
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Investment Memo
Investment Memo Type: Preliminary Investment Memo
Project Name: Tracy Gee Community Center Renovation
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor Legal Name (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Achievement (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Managing Entity: Commissioner Precinct 4
Incremental Authorization Requested: $400,000
Total Estimated Project Cost: $15,000,000
Request Summary:
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Request for approval of the Preliminary Investment Memo for the Tracy Gee Community Center Renovation project for an initial amount of $400,000 and request for approval of initial commercial paper funding in the amount of $400,000.
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Project Description:
The Tracy Gee Community Center at 3599 Westcenter Drive, one of seven community centers in Precinct 4, was built in 1983 and last renovated in 1996/97. Spanning about 20,000 square feet, it is nearing the end of its functional life, and several issues have been identified:
? Structural Problems: Soil expansion and contraction under the floor slab have caused structural issues.
? Inefficient Layout: Small rooms limit the services and activities the center can offer.
? Service Gaps: Many rooms do not meet current needs. For example, the largest room is too small for popular activities like the weekly square dance class.
? ADA Non-Compliance: Renovations would improve current accessibility issues, bringing the center into ADA compliance. This is a pressing community need, as the center is a key voting location.
? Parking Hazards: Confusing parking layout has led to vehicle collisions with the building, causing significant damage.
? Poor Office Conditions: The Constable Precinct 5 office is in poor condition and only accessible from outside.
? Outdated Systems: Me...
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