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County allocates $52,000 for Justice Center benches; board to finalize RFP details
Summary
County staff told the Summit County Public Art Advisory Board that an additional allocation brings the Justice Center bench project to $52,000 for seven benches and that the board will review site drawings and clarify bench dimensions before an RFP release, with selection anticipated in April or May.
County staff reported an additional allocation for the Justice Center public art project, bringing total funding for benches to $52,000 for seven seats. "The total funding for this project is 52,000 for 7 benches," staff said, adding that equates to roughly $7,500 per bench and that staff hopes to post an RFP soon with selection in April or May.
Board members pressed for more precise siting and sizing information before finalizing the RFP. Members requested site drawings and offered to do a site visit at the Justice Center to confirm locations; staff agreed to share the highlighted site plan and to clarify bench dimensions and mounting details in the draft RFP. The discussion also covered installation questions—the benches are expected to be bolted into place for security—and operational concerns such as how the sheriff’s office will handle people sleeping on benches or other use issues. The board asked staff to include these clarifications before releasing the solicitation.
