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Authority approves biannual garage condition assessments with Desmond
Summary
The Norwalk Parking Authority approved engaging Desmond to perform biannual condition assessments of parking garages, citing familiarity from a 2022 assessment and a five‑year guaranteed pricing offer.
The authority voted to engage Desmond to perform biannual condition assessments of its parking garages, with flexibility to add off‑cycle assessments if urgent issues arise. The engagement was approved unanimously.
Staff said the most recent comprehensive assessment was completed in 2022. The Desmond proposal was recommended because the firm performed the 2022 assessment, offers five years of guaranteed pricing and familiarity with the facilities. Staff said the assessments provide detailed, line‑by‑line findings that help prioritize repairs and monitor changes across cycles.
Commissioners emphasized the value of repeat assessments with the same vendor so changes from one report to the next are easier to track. A commissioner asked whether reports include line items for each facility; staff said Desmond provides detailed recommendations and summary pages staff will distribute to the commission.
Board action: Commissioner Matt moved to authorize staff to engage Desmond for the condition assessments, Peter seconded, and the motion carried with aye votes from the members present. Staff said implementation details will be finalized after the vote.
