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Committee reviews plan to convert 103 West Randall into ambulance headquarters; staff to pursue engineering and grants
Summary
Staff presented plans to convert the city-owned building at 103 West Randall into MedStar ambulance quarters and storage, estimating build-out costs under a couple hundred thousand dollars; members discussed a possible transfer of a $25,000 state roof grant and agreed to pursue engineering and grant options.
City staff presented a concept to repurpose the long-unused street department building at 103 West Randall as a base for MedStar ambulance services and as municipal storage.
The presenter described substantial interior electrical and maintenance issues that forced previous personnel out of the building and presented a three-part plan: (a) resting quarters and kitchenette for MedStar personnel, (b) an ambulance bay with an added 4–5-foot extension so trucks can exit without angling, and (c) storage that can remain simple now but be finished later. "MedStar looked at it. They were in support of it," the presenter said, and contractors preliminarily estimated the build-out to be "less than a couple $100,000," though staff said formal engineering and bids are required.
A state roof grant of up to $25,000, previously tied to another building, could be transferred to this site if the city provides plans and a stated intention, the presenter said. Committee members asked about paving or a concrete apron at the garage entrance, the ability to accommodate a second ambulance in the future, and whether the building’s structural and utility systems could support proposed changes. Staff recommended a phased approach: start with minimal work to make the site serviceable, complete engineering, seek grants, and include the project in next year’s budget if appropriate.
Committee members generally supported starting engineering and exploring grant options. "Once we have plans, we could proceed to get try to [secure grants]," a member said. Staff will request engineering estimates, confirm site constraints and property lines, and return to council with grant options and a recommended scope and budget.
