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County reviews Elevatus plan to improve courthouse accessibility
Summary
Elevatus Architecture presented a plan to add accessible parking and ramps, relocate the courthouse public entrance and security to the ground floor, and enlarge restrooms; the board asked staff to finalize plans for bidding by end of February with construction proposed Apr. 1–end of June and a budget concern near $650,000.
Jacob Chavez of Elevatus Architecture presented a detailed proposal to make the Miami County Courthouse more accessible, focusing on an accessible approach from North Broadway, van-accessible and standard accessible parking, curb cuts and ramps to a raised landing, and a relocated ground‑floor public entrance with a new vestibule and centralized security checkpoint. He also proposed consolidated, enlarged restrooms with compliant fixtures and interior changes to reclaim Grand Hall space on the ground floor.
Chavez outlined a timetable and next steps: "Bidding by end of February; proposed construction to start April 1; proposed completion by end of June," and advised the board to finalize site layout and mechanical/plumbing plans so construction documents can be prepared for bidding. Commissioners discussed potential conflicts with June festivals and asked staff to confirm advertising schedules and permit requirements, including state design release.
Commissioners expressed concern about budget impact and asked staff to monitor costs. The board did not take a formal vote on a construction contract at the meeting; the next steps are final design, permitting, and preparing bid documents consistent with the proposed schedule.
