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Item 10A 10A-1 M E M O R A N D U M December 21, 2009 TO: Shana Yelverton, City Manager FROM: Chris Tribble, Director of Community Services SUBJECT: Discuss proposed funding plan for Log Cabin enhancements Action Requested: Discussion of proposed funding plan for Log Cabin enhancements Background Information: Several months ago, staff briefed city council on required log cabin modifications. The design for the next phase is complete and we now have cost estimates that would require budget amendments: An amendment to the Southlake Parks Development Corporation (SPDC) Capital Improvement budget for an increase of $62,106 in expenditures  Additional funds in the amount of $44,000 for modifications to the log cabin located in Bicentennial Park. The modifications are required to meet ADA regulations and include construction of an ADA accessible ramp and associated walkway, modifications to the front porch, front doorway and door, and back porch steps. Once modifications are completed, visitors will be able to fully access and enter the log cabin.  Additional funds in the amount of $18,106 to construct an ADA accessible parking area near the cabin. An amendment to the Utility Fund budget for an increase of $43,394 in expenditures  Additional funds in the amount of $43,394 for improvements to the water tower drive near Bicentennial Park. The long-term plan is to improve the drive from White Chapel Blvd. up to and around the water tower near. However, with the construction of the log cabin, it is necessary to expedite the Shana Yelverton, City Manager Meeting Date – January 5, 2010 Page 2 of 2 10A-2 improvements to the first section of the drive so that an ADA accessible parking area may be constructed just off the drive near the cabin. Financial Considerations: Outlined above Strategic Link: This project is linked to the City’s Strategy Map related to the focus areas of Infrastructure, Performance Management and Service Delivery, Quality Development and Partnerships and Volunteerism. It meets the corporate objectives to Invest to Provide and Maintain High Quality Public Assets, Collaborate with Select Partners to Implement Service Solutions, Provide Attractive and Unique Spaces for Enjoyment of Personal Interests, and to Actively Promote Opportunities for Partnerships and Volunteer Involvement. Citizen Input/Board Review: A Public Hearing would be scheduled with the formal budget amendment Legal Review: N/A Alternatives: Approve, deny or modify funding Supporting Documents: None Staff Recommendation: Discussion of proposed funding plan for Log Cabin enhancements.