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Bond passage moves Branch Connections renovation forward; programming to continue at First Baptist Church during work
Summary
Staff told the Senior Advisory Board the bond supporting Phase 2 of the Branch Connections renovation passed; roof replacement and a purchased backup generator are planned, the facility will temporarily use First Baptist Church for programming, and staff hope to complete Phase 2 this summer pending bond sale and contract adjustments.
Board members and staff discussed the renovation timeline for Branch Connections and interim arrangements for programs while the facility is renovated. Staff reported the bond measure funding Phase 2 of the project had passed and said roof replacement and installation of a backup generator are included in the renovation scope.
Staff said the facility’s programming is operating from alternative locations while construction proceeds; several programs will take place at First Baptist Church as a centrally located temporary site. Staff noted operational details—two check-in points, gym and main-hall usage, and parking logistics—are being worked out with the temporary host site.
On schedule, staff said the city plans to sell bonds in mid-summer (the speaker referenced July) and then adjust the contractor contract to begin Phase 2 work; staff described Phase 2 as an estimated 10-week construction period once funds and contract adjustments are in place. Staff also said a backup generator has already been purchased and awaits final connection and installation.
Next steps: staff will monitor the bond sale schedule with finance staff, coordinate contract adjustments so work can proceed without delay, and provide updated timelines to the advisory board as financing and contractor confirmations occur.
