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Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor the execute a Standard Form of Agreement between Owner and Architect with McKinney Architects Inc. for the Griffith Building Remodel and Paseo Project.
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With the completion of the new Round Rock Public Library, the Griffith building is available for renovation to house the Chamber of Commerce, Arts and Culture, and Convention and Visitors Bureau. In addition to a remodel of the facility, a Paseo connecting Prete Plaza and the new Library courtyard are intended for Round Rock’s citizens use and enjoyment. An engineer’s study of the 44,000 square foot Griffith Building has determined the structure is in good condition. A remodel would consist of changing the floor plan layout, additional ground level access from different sides of the building, updating the façade, and refurbishing the mechanical systems. Relocation of the historical Palm House will provide the space needed for the Paseo.
The City had three respondents to a request for qualifications related to design for the Griffith Remodel and Paseo. The selection committee scored MWM Design Group, McKinney York Architects, and Parkhill and Smithdish Architects. McKinney York Architects was determined as the number one respondent to recommend to City Council for approval of a Standard Form Agreement Between Owner and Architect.
McKinney York Architects provided award winning design for the University of Texas Student Activity Center featuring a new courtyard, welcome center, and student services center. The UT project remodeled the lower level of the Perry - Castañeda Library. Additionally, McKinney York has provided architectural services on the Texas School for Deaf Administrative and Welcome Center, City of Austin Montopolis Recreation and Community Center, and The City of Round Rock Fire Station 3 projects.
Cost: $1,670,000.00
Source of Funds: General Self-Financed Construction