Design work for PMC’s new facility to start virtually in October; Arcadis to host concept meetings

Justin Watts, project representative (Arcadis), told the board the design team completed a facility assessment of the existing hospital and will begin concept-design meetings virtually in October. Watts said the process will begin with a virtual kickoff and that future site visits are planned; he offered to send invitations to board members who want to participate. Why it matters: the concept-design phase will inform long-term care and hospital planning and link to the recently completed work building and potential capital requests. Phil, staff member, said the new work building is being stood up, that conference-room AV and MRI installation are in progress, and that a ribbon cutting and open house will be scheduled when readiness permits. Board questions and access: A board member asked whether concept-design reviews would be held in person or by Zoom and whether board members could attend; Watts said the kickoff will be virtual and that future site visits are expected. Watts said the design team will coordinate invitations. Background and next steps: Watts said the design team has also tied the existing facility assessment into long-term care planning. Phil said hospital staff will continue internal setup work in the new building and will provide updates on ribbon-cutting timing when systems and certifications are complete.