Increase budget for temporary Hall of Justice improvements by $3.6 million
In Plain English
The city is renovating space at 1689 Regatta Boulevard to serve as a temporary courthouse. The original budget proved insufficient for the tenant improvements needed. If approved, total spending on the project rises from $2.9 million to $6.5 million.
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Votes
Motion · Official minutes
Adopt Resolution No. 78, approve contract with Rubecon General Contracting, Inc. and approve Amendment No. 3 to Swinerton Management contract
6 aye · 2 nay · 1 abstain
Why This Vote Matters
The council approved a $3.6 million budget increase for renovating temporary courthouse space at 1689 Regatta Boulevard, bringing the total project cost to $6.5 million. The original $2.9 million budget proved insufficient for the tenant improvements needed to convert the space into a functioning courthouse. In a divided vote, the measure passed 6-2 with Councilmembers Bates and Butt opposing and Lopez abstaining. This budget increase represents a significant cost overrun that more than doubles the original project expense.
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