Committee approves $177,400 design contract for fire/security work after questions about front‑loaded fee
Feb 3, 2026
The committee authorized a $177,400 professional services agreement with Lobel Associates to produce three design options and lead public engagement for a fire/security/facade project; members questioned the large front‑loaded design fee relative to projected construction costs and asked staff to clarify construction‑administration responsibilities.
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The committee approved Resolution 66, authorizing the chairman to execute a professional services agreement with Lobel Associates for $177,400 to produce design programming and public engagement for a fire/security and façade project. Staff said the contract is front‑loaded to pay for three separate design proposals, public charrettes with the City of Hudson and extensive early‑phase work so the board can select a preferred option before bidding construction.
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