HomeMy WebLinkAboutC.054.93010_0930 (2)McClain said the department didn't use an architect. He said an engineer had
assisted them in getting the building's plans approved in Raleigh.
Chainnan Tice asked if the building was finished.
McClain said about 95% of the work was done. He said parts of the interior and
exterior still needed completion, e.g., cabinets, floor coverings, installation of the bay
doors, and the pouring of concrete.
Robinson said the area residents were anxious to use the building for community
events.
Commissioner Ray asked if any electrical work was included in the general
contractor's (P.S. West) estimate.
McClain said no. He said the costs for Overcash Electrical were in a separate
)' contract.
Commissioner Bowles said he understood the new building was exceeding the
budget by $200,000. He asked if the new truck cost $300,000.
Robinson said yes.
Commissioner Williams said he understood the note's interest rate was 5.23 for
ten and fifteen years.
McClain said this was correct, and there were no pre -payment penalties.
Commissioner Bowles asked what could be eliminated and still open up the
building for the public's use.
McClain said he didn't know. He said the kitchen needed to be finished so the
fundraisers could be held.
Commissioner Ray asked about the fencing.
Robinson said there was only about 15 feet of fencing.
McClain said the VFD desired to leave its fund balance intact. He said the
department had been paying on the note for a year, so there would only be 14 years of
payments left.
Robinson asked about waiting until July and setting the tax rate at five cents.
Bowles and Johnson expressed concerns. They both said some people had
expressed concerns about the building being too "extravagant."
Robinson said the commissioners should tell the people that the fire department
met on the second Monday of the month, and the public was invited to share their
concerns.
Commissioner Ray asked about the type of furniture the VFD needed.
McClain said furniture was needed for the entire building -- training room, dining
room, kitchen, beds, office furniture and equipment (copy/fax machines). He apologized
for the representatives' appearance before the commissioners regarding the building's
needs, but he said, "We need to finish the project."
Commissioner Ray asked if the VFD had drawn down all of its money.
McClain said he was holding a $79,000 invoice.