Subcommittee refers one-year extension request for National Guard site on Dwelle Street

Summary

The committee agreed to refer a one-year lease extension request for the National Guard’s temporary use of a district building on Dwelle Street while the Guard completes its move. Staff said the new Guard facility is nearly finished and the Guard pays no rent; committee members asked only that district scheduling and space needs be preserved.

The Fall River City Facilities and Operations Subcommittee on Oct. 30 voted to refer to the full committee a request to extend the National Guard’s occupation of a district building on Dwelle Street for one additional year.

Staff reported the Guard’s new building is nearing completion and suggested a one-year extension as a safety net because the Guard’s move is performed by unit members and may run into scheduling delays. The Guard currently does not pay rent to the district, staff said, and no district construction activities were being hindered by the Guard’s presence; recent work such as fire-suppression upgrades and auditorium completion have proceeded without conflict.

Committee members approved referral so the full committee can review any final timing or cost implications. Staff said the Guard will vacate as soon as their punch list and move are completed.