Agenda Item 2c3_Update on AARC Masterplan — original pdf
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5/12/2020 email from PARD Director Kimberley McNeeley to AAQOL Chair Vince Cobalis Good Afternoon‐ Thank you for talking with me yesterday regarding the upcoming Council Agenda Item associated with the Construction Manager at Risk Project Management Request. As we discussed, bringing this item forward will likely also bring with it some questions about the progress associated with the recent Council Resolution related to looking at the adjacent property and the AARC property more holistically to determine shared use and even highest and best uses. In speaking to my colleagues, I know that the site review (as directed in the resolution) is delayed and will likely take a few more months. Additionally, I have been informed there may be EDA funding that can help supplement the AARC project. I contacted the Economic Development Department regarding the opportunity. More time is needed to determine if the project meets the appropriate criteria for consideration. This exploration and application process will likely not be complete by the May 21st Council Meeting. With all that being said, it is my hope you and the Commission will support PARD’s plan to delay going to Council. A delay will allow for the site review timeline to be confirmed/communicated and allow PARD to participate in the EDA funding exploration. This would mean PARD would postpone the item until later in June. Also, based upon our conversation about the master plan, if you have any additional feedback about the phases, Phase I‐the theater space in particular (other than a real desire to take advantage of share parking between the two sites) I welcome your feedback. I can be reached at 512‐974‐6722 if you’d like to discuss further. Best Regards, Kimberly McNeeley, CPRP, Director 512‐974‐6722