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Committee approves Ward Scott Morris contract to design 3,600 sq. ft. warehouse
Summary
The committee approved a professional services contract with Ward Scott Morris for a new 3,600-square-foot warehouse and meter-shop interior improvements, to be funded from Hopkins proceeds; committee members discussed use of Hopkins Fund balances.
The Tuscaloosa City Public Projects Committee approved a professional services contract with Ward Scott Morris to design a new 3,600-square-foot warehouse and interior improvements at the city meter shop.
A committee member said the contract is funded by Hopkins proceeds and described the design as including a "new 3,600 square foot warehouse." Committee discussion focused on whether construction costs would also come from Hopkins proceeds; a staff speaker said the city would return to council with a construction proposal when ready and that there is money left in the Hopkins proceeds to cover work but priorities will determine use.
In the discussion a speaker estimated the Hopkins proceeds "8,100,000 ish, and we created the Hopkins Fund," and said the fund has been used to purchase and renovate facilities. Committee members noted earlier allocations tied to moving expenses, water and sewer upgrades and facility improvements from the Hopkins proceeds. A motion to approve the professional services contract was moved, seconded and recorded as passing with multiple 'Aye' responses.
Staff indicated additional procurement steps and potential future council action if construction funding is requested.
