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Board weighs demolition of Hilltop Building as renovation estimates top $22 million
Summary
Trustees reviewed demolition bids and renovation cost estimates for the Hilltop Building and discussed community outreach before any vote; staff reported a demolition bid of $363,000 and a packaged demolition estimate not to exceed $813,000, while full renovation projections ranged from $22 million to $25 million.
Staff presented competing cost scenarios for the Hilltop Building, telling the board that a demolition bid in the packet listed a contractor price of "$363,000" while a packaged estimate including allowances put the project ceiling at "$813,000." The same presentation said renovating the building to usable condition would be far costlier — staff cited a $22 million to $25 million range for full renovation.
The facilities presentation framed the demolition option as a way to avoid prolonged…
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