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PLYMOUTH HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
August 4, 2005
PRESENT: Chair Susan Henderson, Commissioners Steve Ludovissie, Jim Kovach and Tim
Bildsoe
ABSENT: Commissioner Jenny Flansburg
STAFF PRESENT: Housing Program Manager Jim Barnes and Office Support Representative
Barb Peterson
OTHERS PRESENT: Jody Boedigheimer from Grace Management, Bill Wolters from
Constructive Ideas, and Link Wilson from Miller Hansen Partners
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Henderson called the Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting to order
August 4, 2005 at 7:05 PM.
2. NEW BUSINESS
A. Vicksburg Crossing — Award Construction Contract
Housing Program Manager Barnes stated that five bids were received from prime contractors.
He explained that State statute requires government entities to select the low responsible bidder,
which in this case is Frana and Sons, Inc. He said Mr. Wolters has performed reference checks
on Frana and Sons, Inc. and they meet the HRA's Responsible Bidder Policy.
Housing Program Manager Barnes said the projected per unit cost was $89,000 and Frana came
in at $73,600. Because the bid came in lower, it will allow the Board to consider some or all of
the proposed alternates. Housing Program Manager Barnes cautioned the Board that there might
be unexpected costs for soil corrections once we begin excavating. He listed the alternates and
the cost proposed for each by Frana. Frana's bid for the additions/alternates totaled $646,000.
Housing Program Manager Barnes said if the Board accepts all the alternates it would still be
below the projected construction costs. Barnes stated that staff is recommending selecting all
alternates except number 3, upgrade windows to fiberglass, & number 4, fireplaces. He said the
windows and fireplaces could be considered at a later date when we are further into the project
and are sure there are going to be no major cost over runs.
Commissioner Bildsoe asked if there are any additional alternates that could be used in the
building, especially for the market rate units. Mr. Wilson suggested additional items such as an
upgraded trim package, carpet or countertops. Another suggestion was additional brick on the
outside of the building. Another possible alternative would be a covered roof for the entry.
Housing Program Manager Barnes said staff is recommending accepting Frana and Sons, Inc.
bid with the exception of alternates 3 & 4. Discussion occurred regarding the windows that are
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included in the plan at this time. Mr. Wolters said they are vinyl but fiberglass windows are
being widely used. Commissioner Ludovissie suggested exploring different types of windows.
MOTION by Commissioner Bildsoe, seconded by Commissioner Kovach, approving the bid
from Frana & Sons, Inc. along with all of the named alternates except numbers 3 & 4 for the
construction of Vicksburg Crossing and approve Resolution 2005-14 authorizing staff and the
Board Chair to execute the necessary documents.
Vote. 4 Ayes. Motion approved.
5. ADJOURMENT
Meeting adjourned at 7:22 PM.
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