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Hartselle council approves $12 million preliminary budget for new Library/Event Venue
Summary
Mayor Missy Evans presented an architect’s preliminary budget estimating $9.8 million for construction and about $12 million total for the combined Library and Event/Venue Center; the Council approved the preliminary budget by unanimous voice vote and noted that related Parks & Recreation costs will be considered later.
Mayor Missy Evans reviewed the architect’s preliminary budget for a combined Library and Event/Venue Center and asked the Council to approve the proposal to move forward in the design process.
The budget outline presented by the mayor included an estimated $9.8 million for construction costs and a total project estimate of $12 million when architect fees, construction management, site preparation and other costs are included. Council Member Virginia Alexander moved to approve the preliminary budget and Council Member Austin Baker seconded; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
Council President Dr. Charles Gill said he supported approving the preliminary budget but cautioned that later approvals for Parks & Recreation upgrades should be considered carefully when final project costs are set. The Council’s vote at this meeting authorized only the preliminary budget; final appropriation and any funding decisions will be taken in later budget processes.
