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Contractor estimates $300 per sq ft for new S. 11th building; supervisors discuss phased renovation
Summary
Christner Construction presented renovation priorities for the S. 11th building and estimated that constructing a new strip‑mall–style building with separate doors would cost about $300 per square foot, depending on finishes; the board signaled further discussion as new information becomes available.
Brad Fisher of Christner Construction addressed the Mahaska County Board of Supervisors April 20 about renovation priorities for the county’s S. 11th building and options to limit costs by phasing work.
Fisher described which elements he would prioritize to keep work small and phased, and when Chair Mark Groenendyk asked about a full replacement, Fisher said a new strip‑mall–style building with individual doors would depend largely on finishes and "would be around $300 per square foot." The board did not make a formal decision and indicated further discussion will follow as additional information comes in (SEG 019).
Why it matters: the choice between phased renovation and constructing a new building affects capital budget needs, timelines and how county spaces are allocated. The transcript gives the contractor’s high‑level estimate but does not include full cost proposals, financing sources, or a schedule.
Next steps: staff and the contractor will continue discussions and present more detailed cost information to the board before any final authorization or procurement moves forward.
