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Leonardtown Library renovation expands scope after facility assessment; HVAC and electrical costs increase
Summary
County staff said a recent facility assessment for the Leonardtown Library identified larger-than-expected HVAC and primary electric service work, increasing the FY2015 funding request for code and system upgrades.
County staff told commissioners they have identified additional work needed for the Leonardtown Library renovation after completing a facility evaluation and schematic design.
Staff said the library building—originally constructed in 1951—requires code upgrades and a full HVAC replacement. The facility assessment revealed that the HVAC scope is broader than anticipated and that the primary electrical service must be upgraded to three-phase service to support the new HVAC system. Staff reported additional estimated costs of about $303,000 for HVAC and $364,000 to upgrade electric service. The project also includes elevator work and other code-related upgrades.
Staff requested FY2015 funding to address the added costs and told the board they planned to return in April with schematic designs and a presentation alongside the library board of trustees and the project architect.
Why it matters: The library is a public facility whose renovation affects accessibility, building safety and ongoing operating costs. The expanded scope requires additional capital funding in the near term and may have operating implications for building systems once construction is completed.
