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Board approves architect and engineer quotes for front entry ramp design, cites ADA slope guidance
Summary
Select Board approved contracting an architect and an engineer to design an ADA-compliant ramp and entry improvements; members emphasized keeping slope at 1:20 or less to avoid handrail requirements and expect design completion by the end of March.
The Chair presented quotes for an architect and an engineer to design a front entry ramp and entrance modifications. Members discussed design constraints, including targeting a 1:20 slope to avoid triggering handrail requirements, and the engineer’s role limited to site measurement and ramp design (not handrail design). Committee member moved to approve the design contracts as presented and the motion passed by voice vote.
Members expressed hope the designer would provide one or two concept options and deliver drawings that would enable a formal bid package for construction. The Committee member said they expect to have a design by the end of March and requested the Chair include the final contract amounts when available.
