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HomeMy WebLinkAbout16-33Resolution No. 16 -33 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH ELGIN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY FOR RENOVATION OF THE PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 302 W. CHICAGO STREET BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that Sean R. Stegall, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute a Service Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with Elgin Area Historical Society for renovation of the property commonly known as 302 W. Chicago Street, Elgin, Illinois, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference. s/ David J. Kaptain David J. Kaptain, Mayor Presented: February 24, 2016 Adopted: February 24, 2016 Vote: Yeas: 8 Nays: 1 Attest: s/ Kimberly Dewis Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk SERVICE AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 24 day of February , 2016 , by and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois, a municipal corporation (hereinafter referred to as the "City "), and ELGIN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY, an Illinois not - for -profit corporation (hereinafter referred to as the "EAHS "). WHEREAS, the City owns the property commonly known as 302 W. Chicago Street, Elgin, Kane County, Illinois 60123, such property and the home located thereon are hereinafter referred to as the "Subject Property "); and WHEREAS, the home on the Subject Property was constructed in 1846 for William C. Kimball and Samuel J. Kimball, who are the sons of Joseph Kimball, co- founder of Elgin; and WHEREAS, the home is comprised of cobblestone, load bearing masonry construction, and is believed to be one of the three oldest surviving residences in the City of Elgin; and WHEREAS, when the Subject Property was purchased by the City, the home on the Subject Property was a rental property which had been converted to five apartments and was in significant disrepair; and WHEREAS, the City proceeded with interior demolitions in the home on the Subject Property to remove the five apartments therein; and WHEREAS, the City had originally intended to renovate the Subject Property and use the home on the Subject Property for a Resident Officer Program of Elgin (ROPE) home for the near west side neighborhood; and WHEREAS, due to the significant cost to renovate the home, the City mothballed the Subject Property and it has remained unused since 2011; and WHEREAS, EAHS is an Illinois not - for -profit corporation which was founded in 1961, and has a mission to preserve and educate the community about Elgin history; and WHEREAS, EAHS and the City have determined that the Subject Property is of great historical significance to the City of Elgin and that the Subject Property should be renovated and preserved to allow for an adaptive reuse of the Subject Property; and WHEREAS, the parties have determined that it is desirable to enter into an agreement whereby EAHS will provide services to the City to renovate the Subject Property to return the Subject Property to a usable public museum and community space; and WHEREAS, in 2015, the City obtained a revised structural assessment of the Subject Property and updated architectural drawings that re- envisioned the home on the Subject Property to serve as a public museum and community meeting space; and WHEREAS, EARS has the necessary expertise and experience to furnish the services to assist the City with the renovation of the Subject Property. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained herein, the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged, the parries hereto hereby agree as follows: 1. EARS agrees to provide the services to the City to renovate the home on the Subject Property into a public museum and a community meeting space. Such services shall include finalizing necessary plans and specifications for such renovation; applying for all permits and other approvals for the work associated for such renovation; applying for grant funds and conducting other fund raising activities for the monies necessary for such renovation; soliciting volunteer services to perform work relating to such renovation; self-performing work to the extent feasible for such renovation; retaining contractors and other workers necessary for such renovation; and performing such other services as are necessary to complete the renovation of the Subject Property as contemplated in this Agreement. 2. The renovation of the Subject Property into a public museum and a community meeting space shall be performed pursuant to the preliminary design plans therefor prepared by Allen +Pepa Architects dated April 27, 2015, and the structural evaluation prepared by BP Miller Consultants, Ltd. dated May 29, 2015, copies of such plans and structural evaluation being attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit A (such plans and structural evaluation are hereinafter referred to as the "Subject Plans" and such renovation of the Subject Property pursuant to the Subject Plans is hereinafter referred to as the "Subject Project "). The Subject Project and the renovation of the Subject Project shall conform in all respects with the Subject Plans with revisions thereto as approved by the City and as directed by the City to the extent necessary to comply with all other applicable ordinances, building codes or other requirements of law. Any revisions to the Subject Plans and all final plans and specifications for the Subject Project shall be subject to the City's review and written approval. Additionally, all material selections and all finishes shall be subject to the City's review and written approval. 3. EAHS shall cause all work performed in connection with the Subject Project and the renovation of the Subject Property to be performed in a workmanlike manner and in conformance with all applicable ordinances, building codes and other requirements of law. 4. EAHS shall perform services for the Subject Project in three phases as follows: a. Phase I. Structurally stabilize the building and complete any urgent repairs to prevent subsequent deterioration. b. Phase II. Interior: Build out the interior for adaptive reuse focusing on educational, cultural and museum- related programs, including creating space for small - scale community and neighborhood meetings, office and workspace. -2- Exterior: Complete an exterior renovation that preserves the architectural character of the building followed by necessary site work. C. Phase III. Submit recommendations to the City for the programming of the building, including provisions for furnishing and managing the building for the uses stated above. It is agreed and understood that any future programming or use of the Subject Property shall require approval by the City pursuant to a separate written agreement with EAHS or others. 5. EAHS shall perform the services for the Subject Project according to the following schedule: a. Phase I. The parties acknowledge that Phase I of the Subject Project is partially underway. The remainder of Phase I services shall be completed by December 31, 2017. b. Phase II- Interior: Interior renovations shall be completed by December 31, 2018. Phase II- Exterior: Exterior renovations shall be completed by December 31, 2018. C. Phase III. Recommendations for Phase III activities shall be submitted by EAHS to the City by December 31, 2018. 6. The parties agree that EAHS will be providing the services to the City provided for in this Agreement and for the Subject Project without any monetary compensation from the City. It is further agreed and understood that the City's only financial support to EAHS pursuant to this Agreement shall be the City's agreement to waive permit and inspection fees as provided for in Section 7 hereof. As part of the services to be provided by EAHS for the Subject Project, EAHS agrees to use its best efforts to apply for grant monies and to solicit other fund raising monies and to solicit volunteer services to attempt to fund and provide for the remainder of the Phase I and all of the Phase II and III activities of the Subject Project. Any grant monies or other funds raised by EAHS for the Subject Project shall be used by EAHS solely for expenses relating to the Subject Project. 7. To assist EAHS with the renovation of the Subject Property the City agrees to waive permit and inspection fees typically charged by the City for building permits, other permits and inspections for the Subject Project and the renovation of the Subject Property. 8. EAHS shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee. 9. In connection with the Subject Project on the Subject Property, EAHS agrees and warrants to use, and to cause persons participating in the Subject Project to use, through proper Na supervision and control, all facilities with due care, and to report all defects in or damage to any such facilities, and the cause thereof, if known, immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City. 10. EARS shall complete, maintain and submit to the Assistant City Manager of the City, or his designee, any and all records, reports and forms relating to the Subject Project as requested by the City. Without limiting the foregoing, the parties further agree as follows: a. EAHS shall provide an annual budget to the City for each year during the term of this Agreement which shall reflect the receipt and projected distribution of funds received by EAHS for the Subject Project. b. EAHS shall provide annual written performance reports detailing the disbursements of the funds received by EAHS for the Subject Project. The reports shall be provided to the City by December 31 of each year during the term of this Agreement. C. City has the right to review all accounting records ofEAHS related to the use of funds received by EAHS for the Subject Project upon 72 hours advance notice from the City to EAHS. d. EAHS shall have an Independent Accountant Report or 990 form performed on its financial statements. The audit must be performed by an independent certified public accountant recognized in good standing by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and licensed in the State of Illinois. EAHS shall provide the City with two copies of the said audited financial statement along with the management letter and any other correspondence related to internal control matters on or before December 31 of each year during the term of this Agreement. These statements shall be submitted to the Assistant City Manager at City Hall, 150 Dexter Court, Elgin, Illinois 60120 -5555. 11. The City shall be recognized as the owner of the Subject Property and a co- sponsor of the Subject Project along with EAHS and shall receive the benefits of sponsor consistent with the level support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City support shall be acknowledged in all printed materials promoting the Subject Project, press releases, radio advertising, web page information and event program(s). 12. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate, approval by the Director of Communications of the City is required prior to printing. 13. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof and, unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein, shall be deemed concluded on the date the City determines the Subject Project has been completed. A determination of completion shall not -4- constitute a waiver of any rights or claims which the City may have or thereafter acquire with respect to any term or provision of this Agreement. 14. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership, joint venture, employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. EAHS understands and agrees that the relationship of EAHS to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly agreed and understood that EAHS and EAHS' officers, employees and agents are not employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the City. 15. If EARS violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek contractual, legal or equitable remedies as may be suitable to the violation or breach; and, in addition, if EAHS by reason of any default, fails to within fifteen (15) days after notice thereof by the City to comply with the conditions of the Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and in the event the City fails to within fifteen (15) days after notice thereof by EAHS to comply with the conditions of this Agreement, EAHS as its sole and exclusive remedy may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement, no action shall be commenced by EAHS, any related persons or entities, and/or any of their successors and/or assigns, against the City for monetary damages. EAHS hereby further waives any and all claims or rights to interest which it claims it may otherwise be entitled to pursuant to law, including, but not limited to, the Local Government Prompt Payment Act (50 ILCS 501/1, et seq.), as amended, or the Illinois Interest Act (815 ILCS 205/1, et seq.), as amended. The parties hereto further agree that any action by EAHS arising out of this Agreement must be filed within one year of the date the alleged cause of action arose or the same will be time barred. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement. 16. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof, the City may terminate this Agreement at any time upon thirty (30) days prior written notice to EAHS. 17. To the fullest extent permitted by law, EAHS shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City, its officers, employees, agents, boards and commissions from and against any and all claims, suits, judgments, costs, attorney's fees, damages or other relief, including but not limited to worker's compensation claims, in any way resulting from or arising out of negligent actions or omissions of EAHS in connection herewith, including negligence or omissions or agents of EAHS arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or the Subject Project. In the event of any action against the City, its officers, employees, agents, boards or commissions covered by the foregoing duty to indemnify, defend and hold harmless, such action shall be defended by legal counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement. 18. A. Comprehensive Liability. EAHS shall provide, pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this Agreement, a policy of comprehensive general liability insurance with limits of at least $1,000,000 aggregate for bodily injury and $1,000,000 aggregate for property damage. EARS shall deliver to the City prior to commencing any services on the Subject Property a 511 certificate of insurance naming the City as additional insured. The policy shall not be modified or terminated without thirty (30) days prior written notice to the City. The certificate of insurance shall include contractual obligations assumed by EAHS under the indemnification provisions of this Agreement. This insurance shall apply as primary insurance with respect to any other insurance or self - insurance programs afforded to the City. There shall be no endorsement or modification of this insurance to make it excess over other available insurance, alternatively, ifthe insurance states that it is excess or pro - rated, it shall be endorsed to be primary with respect to the City. B. Combined Single Limit Policy. The requirements for insurance coverage for the general liability and auto exposures may be met with a combined single limit of $1,000,000 per occurrence subject to a $1,000,000 aggregate. C. Workers' Compensation. EAHS shall carry workers' compensation insurance for its paid employees with limits not less than the statutory amounts. 19. It is agreed and understood that any and all improvements made to the Subject Property shall be deemed to become part of the real estate and all right, title and interest in any and all such improvements shall be held by the City. EAHS agrees not to cause or permit any liens to be placed against the Subject Property arising or relating to the Subject Property and EAHS further agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City from any liens arising or relating to the Subject Property. 20. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City or EAHS shall be charged personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement. 21. In all hiring or employment made possible or resulting from this Agreement, there shall be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, marital status, of the presence of any sensory, mental or physical handicap, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification, and this requirement shall apply to, but not be limited to, the following: employment advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship. 22. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, age except minimum age and retirement provisions, marital status or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for cancellation, termination or suspension, in whole or in part, or rescission of this Agreement by the City at the City's sole discretion, without liability against the City. 23. The terms of this Agreement shall be severable. In the event any of the terms or provisions of this Agreement are deemed to be void or otherwise unenforceable for any reason, the remainder of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect. 24. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the subject matter hereof and may not be changed, modified, discharged or extended except by written amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly executed amendment hereof. 25. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County, Illinois. 26. EAHS certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E et seq. or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid rigging. 27. As a condition precedent of this contract, EAHS shall have written sexual harassment policies that include, at a minimum, the following information: a. the illegality of sexual harassment; b. the definition of sexual harassment under state law; C. a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples; d. the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties; e. the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights Commission; f. directions on how to contact the department and commission; and g. protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6 -101 of the Human Rights Act. A copy of the policies shall be provided by EARS to the Department of Human Rights upon request (775 ILCS 5/2 -105). 28. As a condition precedent of this Agreement, EAHS shall have in place a written substance abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1, et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement. 29. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement and the Subject Project EAHS shall comply with all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, -7- workplace safety and legal status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, EARS hereby certifies, represents and warrants to the City that all of EARS' employees and/or agents who will be providing products, and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. EAHS shall also, at its expense, secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees (with the exception of the permit and inspection fees being waived by the City as provided for in Section ? hereof) and give all notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any records in the possession or control of EAHS to determine EARS' compliance with the provisions of this section. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit, EAHS shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement. 30. This Agreement calls for the construction of a "public work" within the meaning of the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, 820 ILCS 130/.01 et seq. (the "Act "). The Act requires contractors and subcontractors to pay laborers, workers and mechanics performing services on public works projects no less than the current "prevailing rate of wages" (hourly cash wages plus amount for fringe benefits) in the county where the work is performed. The Illinois Department of Labor publishes the prevailing wage rates on its website at http: / /Iabor.illinois.aov /. The Illinois Department of Labor revises the prevailing wage rates and the contractor /subcontractor has an obligation to check the Illinois Department of Labor's website for revisions to prevailing wage rates. For information regarding current prevailing wage rates, please refer to the Illinois Department of Labor's website. All contractors and subcontractors rendering services under this Agreement must comply with all requirements of the Act, including but not limited to, all wage requirements and notice and record keeping duties. 31. All notices, reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be mailed by First Class Mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows: As to the City: City of Elgin 150 Dexter Court Elgin, IL 60120 -5555 Attention: Sean Stegall, City Manager With a cony to: William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel City of Elgin 150 Dexter Court Elgin, IL 60120 -5555 As to EARS: Elgin Area Historical Society 360 Park Street Elgin, Illinois 60120 Attention: William Briska 32. This Agreement is and shall be deemed and construed to be a joint and collective work product of the City and EAHS and, as such, this Agreement shall not be construed against the other party, as the otherwise purported drafter of same, by any court of competent jurisdiction in order to resolve any inconsistency, ambiguity, vagueness or conflict, if any, of the terms and provisions contained herein. -8- 33. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned by EAHS without the express written consent of the City which consent may be withheld at the sole discretion of the City. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have entered into executed this Agreement on the date and year first written above. CITY OF ELGIN: 71 Y B : City Manager Attes op City Clerk ELGIN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY: By: -9( Name /print: Title: po—. S .4-3 i- FALegal Dept \Agreement \Service Agr -Elgin Area Historical Society-clean 2- 15- 16.docx In EXHIBIT A PRELIMINARY DESIGN PLANS FOR 302 W. CHICAGO STREET PREPARED BY ALLEN +PEPA ARCHITECTS DATED APRIL 27, 2015, AND STRUCTURAL ELEVATION PREPARED BY B.P. MILLER CONSULTANTS, LTD. DATED MAY 29, 2015 -10- „ .. _ - W IL o� =4 Eli Um 4 < s ...a.�. c,,.,,., O 1OB91 K '. f� -- " i L AS2 ENT PLAN d i u W mg OF as � �t © Q _. a.fu 1TTilICTNL r1 FIRST FLOOR PLAN c�orc.Nµy. nSECOND FLOOR PLAN ® j L 114'.1nA" mil, .1'-D' rr- -- -errs I I i^ T EAST ELEVATION 4 V,!S ELEVATION ---------- SOUTH ELEVATION `� ", =P-0' 4y i ul U q W O W W a< £ J_ $m � O O O U � � 3 .an i i I ; U n � 1 e V� �o II I 9 N Ia9 + a. I I 1 { I II }�p• T RENOVATION OF HISTORIC COBBLEMONE ALLEN `_ PEPA 362 W. CHICAGO ST., ELGIN, IL A R C r+ i T c r s ELGIN 61'U0I 0 ■ iE ¢ ► 4 S ,� s1 s. hmeL wd. Sb. A seam ElWn. IL Eat" WI .E47.alEE,7001/Fx.&17.EIE.E744 BY MILLER CONSULTANTS, LTD. M107 -9744 tits/07 -9761 Fu May 29, 2015 Mr. Eric Pepa Allen -Pepe Architects Elgin Studio, Inc. 81 S. McLean Boulevard, Ste. A Elgin, IL. 60177 Subject: 302 W. Chicago, Elgin, IL. Structural Evaluation Dear Mr. Pepa: Baca P. Miller, s.E., P.E Pri"1101 As a result of two site meetings and several conversations regarding the subject project, I am submitting this correspondence. The proposed work involves the renovation of a Historic residence to place the building back into service for the public. The following itemizes Structural issues with the building and general recommendations for restoration of the same. No specific design details are offered at this time as those will be included in final design drawings prepared by Allen -Pepe Architects with my assistance in the future. Consultation with experienced Historical Restoration contractors will be of great assistance as well. **91111 ." I 1 / 1. The roof framing of the structure is in reasonable condition. There may be a need to install ties new the top of the wall to resist the outward thrust of the existing timber rafters. An alternate would be to install a new ridge beam that would eliminate the need for ties. Any rafters that may not support the Code regulated loads would need reinforcement of'some variety. 2. It is anticipated to demolish all interior partition walls. These are non -load bearing and will provide access for the re- construction process. 3. The first and second floor joist frazoing may need reinforcement to comply with the Building Code live loads. Many of the joists, if not all, have separated from the beams. This is attributed to the slight outward movement of the North wall which is discussed in Item No. 5. Reinforceament of the joists will rectify this issue. The size and material of the reinforcement is dependent on the use and occupancy and will be determined in the design phase. The floors must also be brought to near level as there is currently deflection of the floor system in the magnitude of P -9" in certain locations. 4. The main support beams on the first and second floor have been comprised to the point that replacement or supplemental reinforcement is necessary. Several utilities, i.e. conduits, piping etc., have penetrated the beams. In several locations the beam cross section has been almost entirely eliminated. At some time in the Stristrrsl CIWI E0111forix' 105 W. Mesdomis St. -• P.O. Box 757 • Misooks, IL 60447 Allen -Pepe 5/29/15 2 302 W. Chicago past, wood stud walls were installed directly beneath the beams to support the floor framing. This is unacceptable and will be addressed in the design phase. 5. The North wooden deck that provides additional access to the second floor will be removed during the renovation. Therefore, there are no Structural recommendations with this item. 6. The exterior wails are primarily rubble and cobblestone. The walls are approximately 16 inches thick and extend the full height of the building. According the International Residential Code (IRC), the minimum required thickness of rubble cobblestone walls is 16". Therefore, no ftuther increase in width will be required. The West, South and majority of the East walls appear to be in satisfactory condition for the restoration. The North wall and a small portion of the East wall may need to be entirely removed and re- constructed. This may require installing a concrete unit masonry (CMU) wall and providing an exterior veneer of cobblestone to resemble the original construction. Final construction drawings will provide details for this portion of the work. 7. All of the windows, doors and the headers above may need replacement. The age of the building and exposure to the elements for such an extended period has caused much deterioration. These will most likely be replaced to replicate the original concepts. 8. There will be a need to provide an adequate foundation beneath the North wall and a portion of the East wall. The final design drawings will indicate options for this. Typically, the foundation can be underpinned utilizing cast -in -place concrete or helical piers driven to a sufficient soil bearing elevation. There are other methods available and the Contractor is encouraged to explore those for approval. 9. There is an addition to the original building on the West side. The addition has a lower level basement and main level similar to the original building. There is a shed type roof which connects near the top of the existing wall of the original building. The construction is more conventional in regards to concrete foundation and wood framing. It appears that some alterations to the addition were performed in the past. A portion of the concrete foundation wall on the west side of the addition has failed. it is recommended to remove and replace this section with similar type construction techniques. The roof framing may require reinforcement depending on the use of the first level occupancy. This will be addressed during the design phase. 10. The existing front entrance stairs and landing must be replaced. This is mostly necessary because of Code restrictions and ADA access. The final design and details will be indicated on the construction documents. Allen -Pepa 5/29/15 302 W. Chicago It is the opinion herein that the existing building can be restored and re- constructed to provide a safe structure for public use. With this in mind, it is worth mentioning that the costs involved will most likely be extensive. The meticulous task of re- constructing the cobblestone veneer and replacement of doors, windows and headers is labor intensive. The foundation underpinning is common and should pose no particular hardships for the Contractor. The floor framing and reinforcement is also common, although once again labor intensive. Miscellaneous shoring of existing structure will be required during many of these exercises. It is understood that basically all of the utilities such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC etc. will be totally removed and replaced during the renovation process. All of these disciplines will be addressed during the final design Pte• One of the main objectives of this renovation is to preserve the historical nature of the building and its' structural components. All efforts will be made to retain the original appeal while ensuring the structure will be safe for its' intended use. I appreciate the opportunity to provide this service and look forward to working with the design professionals and experienced Contractors to result in a quality product for the City of Elgin and the Historical Preservation Society. Please contact me should you have any questions or require further clarification. Sincerely, B.P. MILLER CONSULTANTS, LTD. Bruce P. Miller, P.E, S.E. Civil/Structural Engineer/President BPMIbm File No. 15 -618