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Director Papke explained that the project will develop as it moves along and encourage public <br /> input. He will take what is affordable and what maintenance is required into consideration. <br /> Councilmember Baker suggested the utilization of the state's co-op contractors that do this type <br /> of work for the design build approach. He used Cleveland Metropark's Pump Track at Ohio <br /> Canal Reservation as an example of the work these contractors have done. He then asked when <br /> the construction would start and when it would be completed after the grant is approved. <br /> Director Papke estimated that the Design Build Contract would begin during the first quarter of <br /> 2023. After receiving public input for the conceptual plans, the building process could begin <br /> around September. The schedule with the contractors will include milestones that will intend for <br /> the project to be completed by the end of next year. <br /> Councilmember Baker asked how public input would be implemented into this plan. <br /> Director Papke described that online surveys have worked in the past and could be used for this <br /> project as well. <br /> Director Leininger explained that hard copy forms for these surveys would be used as well. <br /> Then, open houses will take place on sight while people are using the park. While the public <br /> involvement for this project is around 3-4 years old, the involvement was robust and can be <br /> continued. <br /> Chair Rader asked how likely these funds are to come through and what will happen to the <br /> project if the Committee does not receive these funds. <br /> Director Papke explained that he cannot guarantee that the Administration will receive the grant <br /> due to high competition for these funds. If the funds do not go through, there will be decisions <br /> regarding budget and whether the Administration will proceed. <br /> Chair Rader clarified that if the grant is not successful, the Administration will come back to <br /> council with another proposal for the full amount during the budget time. <br /> Mayor George explained that there is a contingency plan go to the capital market if the <br /> Administration does not receive the grant opportunity. <br /> Councilmember Bullock expressed his support for this project and the public engagement. He <br /> clarified that if the funds are awarded, there is a financial obligation of Council with the bulk of <br /> the design still in progress. <br /> Director Papke explained that 90% of the skatepark exists today. The only items that are being <br /> contemplated are the bowl, quarter ramp, seating areas, and the shade structures. <br /> Councilmember Bullock asked about the 300% inflation factor within the financial plan from <br /> 2018. <br /> Director Leininger explained that the data did not include design work, public engagement, <br /> construction administration, and contingency. The plan regarding the $500,000 reflects the <br /> current market. <br /> 2 <br />