Council to wait for July 2 RFP responses and then move quickly to select architect, mayor recommends

Jun 24, 2026

After extensive discussion, the mayor recommended and the council generally agreed to await RFP responses due July 2 and then expeditiously meet to select a firm and begin schematic work intended to produce cost validation for a possible bond.

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After questions and public comment, the mayor summarized the discussion and recommended that staff receive the RFP responses due July 2 and that the council meet promptly thereafter to select an architect to produce schematic design and validated cost estimates. The mayor said the effort will require a "herculean" push from council, staff, the CAC and consultants to meet the December/early‑November work products needed for a March 2027 bond filing.

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