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Clay County moves forward on Oakleaf library design, sets CMAR selection interviews
Summary
Commissioners approved hiring a designer for the Oakleaf branch and authorized a contractor‑selection process; staff will advance a construction manager at‑risk procurement and bring a guaranteed maximum price back to the board before construction.
The Board of County Commissioners took steps July 22 to advance a planned Oakleaf library branch by approving county engagement of a design firm and directing staff to proceed with a construction manager‑at‑risk (CMAR) procurement process.
Project manager Craig Singleton briefed the board on the project budget and schedule. The county’s current budget for the Oakleaf branch is $10 million, comprised of local sales surtax revenue, $1 million in impact fees and a $750,000 state appropriation. Singleton said a proposed guaranteed maximum price (GMP) for construction was developed at $8 million, with allowances for furniture, fixtures and equipment…
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