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Council reviews Fellows property park concept, $1.18 million construction estimate; $200,000 A&E approved
Summary
City staff presented a conceptual plan for the Fellows property emphasizing preservation, environmental education and passive recreation; estimated construction costs are about $1.18 million (15% design, 40% contingency) and council has $200,000 appropriated for architecture and engineering as funding discussions continue.
Falls Church City Manager Wyatt Shields and project manager Al Storge presented concept plans for the Fellows property on Sept. 9, describing a design that prioritizes tree preservation, environmental education and passive recreation while adding missing sidewalks and ADA connections to nearby trails. Storge said the design includes a rubberized path, a grove of pawpaw and hickory trees, a rain garden for stormwater control and a small shelter and gathering area.
Storge said the project is at roughly 15% design and the construction estimate for park features was $1,179,767, with a 40% contingency included because the design is at an early stage. He told the council that architectural, engineering and inspection fees bring the…
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