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Council approves negotiating with Quorum Architects to design new animal shelter
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Summary
After a staff review of qualifications and interviews, council authorized the city manager to negotiate an architectural contract with Quorum Architects to design a new municipal animal services facility funded by a voter-approved proposition.
City staff recommended and the council authorized the city manager to negotiate a contract with Quorum Architects to design a new animal shelter supported by voter-approved Proposition A.
Chief Hawkins and staff said Quorum Architects conducted the city's needs assessment in 2023 and was among five firms that submitted statements of qualifications in response to the city's RFQ. A staff interview panel reviewed the top three firms; Quorum scored highest based on experience with animal shelter design and prior work for the city. The council approved the authorization for the city manager to negotiate a design contract so staff can finalize scope, schedule and fees.
Ending: The motion carried (recorded as approved). Staff will return with a finalized contract and any budget amendments needed for council approval.
