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Committee hires Somerville to design JBS Barn construction documents; staff to present restroom-cost options to council

5517396 · July 31, 2025
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The committee approved hiring Somerville for $122,700 to prepare design and construction documents for the JBS Barn; staff will present conceptual restroom options and preliminary cost estimates to the city council for any additional ARPA funding decisions.

The Parks and Recreation Committee approved hiring Somerville (Somerville Architects) to prepare construction drawings and bid documents for the JBS Barn at a recommended fee of $122,700, and directed staff to prepare conceptual designs and cost estimates for potential public restrooms so the council can consider additional ARPA funding.

Staff said the barn — without restrooms — will be about 3,500 square feet and include a…

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