{"content":[{"text":"Minutes – Work Session \n March 15, 2021 \n Page 2","bbox":{"left":0.117686,"top":0.045866,"width":0.19395099999999998,"height":0.04754300000000001}},{"text":"River Restoration. Neil Wilson with Harper provided an overview of the double tiered level created \n along the river as well as the aquatic bird habitat. Barrett Armstrong with MKSK commented on \n the purpose of the redevelopment and the stability it will provide for major storm events. Mr. \n Armstrong also commented on implementing native plant material along the banks and providing \n a habitat value for native animals.","bbox":{"left":0.117686,"top":0.111194,"width":0.7650210000000001,"height":0.07951300000000001}},{"text":"Mr. Meyer presented information regarding the restoration of Mayberry Field, story-telling artwork \n to be implemented in the park, the Auro pedestrian bridge, and bridge intersections with the trail \n and the river. Mr. Armstrong commented on developing a new pedestrian bridge that will connect \n with Hudson Street. Mr. Murphy stated the trail is anticipated to be relocated a few feet to \n accommodate for the restoration and widening of the river bank. Mr. Murphy referred to the new \n trail on the Commons side of the river that is being developed at this time.","bbox":{"left":0.117686,"top":0.207103,"width":0.765143,"height":0.09542199999999998}},{"text":"Councilmember Brasington asked about infrastructure needs for pedestrian and bicycle access \n to the park. Mr. Meyer responded there may be a desire to consider a standalone capital project \n for some of those accommodations. Councilmember Brasington also asked for information \n regarding the welcome center. City Urban Designer Jeff Waters shared that the facility is \n approximately 5,000 square feet and will include a main arrival room, event space, catering \n kitchen, restrooms, and offices. Mayor White requested the story of the area be included in that \n space and be interactive for the visitors.","bbox":{"left":0.117686,"top":0.318959,"width":0.7651110000000001,"height":0.11133100000000001}},{"text":"Mayor White asked for information regarding work on the southside of the river. Mr. Wilson \n responded they anticipate starting work in the next month and they will begin construction with \n the river restoration and undergrounding. Mayor White stated he finds the Mayberry side to be \n important in terms of the large passive green space area and predicted more people will prefer \n the south side of the river when it is completed.","bbox":{"left":0.117686,"top":0.446687,"width":0.7650570000000001,"height":0.0793859999999999}},{"text":"Fundraising and Donor Recognitions. Velda Hughes and Bill Fox with Hughes Agency provided \n an update on fundraising efforts. Ms. Hughes stated they have raised over $10 million, including \n $3 million that was raised during COVID. Ms. Hughes also stated they have met with 161 \n individuals and 100% percent have given or are giving money towards the project. Ms. Hughes \n advised Phase 1 is completed and they are moving forward with funding the Wetlands. Mr. Fox \n provided an update with the fund amounts raised and referred to funds involving naming rights, \n sponsorship, and other miscellaneous gifts and undesignated fund opportunities.","bbox":{"left":0.117686,"top":0.542469,"width":0.765046,"height":0.11148199999999997}},{"text":"Financial Update. OMB Director Matt Efird provided information regarding the project to date \n budget and stated the project as currently budgeted is about $60 million, which includes the \n preconstruction phase, the construction phase, and the first phase of the undergrounding. Mr. \n Efird reviewed the appropriated revenue and financial items that will need to be appropriated by \n City Council. Mr. Efird reviewed the fundraising efforts and stated that funds received are at 36% \n percent which is good. Mr. Efird stated because of those efforts, the City can make the 2000 bond \n payment next year. Mr. Efird referred to the Harper project contingency and stated the City and \n Harper will split the remaining contingency at the end of the project, with the City retaining 70% \n percent of the savings.","bbox":{"left":0.117686,"top":0.670197,"width":0.765174,"height":0.14348899999999987}},{"text":"Opportunities for Future Phases","bbox":{"left":0.117686,"top":0.830083,"width":0.25482299999999997,"height":0.015572999999999948}},{"text":"Eastern Wetlands. Mr. Meyer provided information regarding the Eastern Wetlands area of the \n overall master plan and stated they are looking to see how to restore the area for habitat value \n and to create a strong edge along Meadow Street. Mr. Meyer commented on how to restore the","bbox":{"left":0.117686,"top":0.861896,"width":0.765077,"height":0.047543}}],"images_bbox":[],"images_bbox_not_text_overlap":[]}