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November 20, 2006 (Regular Meeting) Page 165 Sarah Morrison of Midland and member of the Bethel Reuse Study Committee spoke on need for county services in the southern end of Cabarrus County and encouraged the Board to seriously consider the proposal presented by YCH Architects for the old Bethel School property. Larry Marlow of Concord said the Board is doing a tremendous job and that most people do not realize how hard of a job it is. With there being no one else to address the Board, Chairman Carruth closed that portion of the meeting at 6:50 p.m. oI.D suslNESs Chairman Carruth reviewed the judicial process from when a crime is committed up to incarceration; reported the County has spent $6 million so far on design, property commendation and site preparation for the new jail; and reminded the Board that if the contract is not signed, the price will increase. (E-1) Construction Project Update - Sheriff's Office and Detention Center Scott Milligan with Turner Construction gave a brief update on the progress of the Sheriff's Office and Detention Center. He reported work on the concrete wallsand the tunnel installation is ongoing and that Corban Avenue will be reopened by the City's deadline of November 22, 2006. Mr. Milligan responded to questions on the difference in salary projections between Phase I and II for the assistant superintendent and safety engineer. (G-3) Sheriff's Office and Detention Center - Change Order No. 4 and Related Budget Amendment Mike Downs, Deputy County Manager, presented Change Order No. 4 totaling $37,026.00. He reported additional materials and mobilization costs were incurred to construct the tunnel in two phases in order to comply with the City's requirement to have Corban Avenue reopened to vehicular traffic by November 22 for the holiday season. Scott Milligan of Turner Construction and Mr. Downs responded to questions regarding delays in constructing the tunnel. Commissioner Privette commented on the concept of a"Guaranteed Maximum Price", said this is the fourth change order the taxpayers will have to pay and stated his intent to vote against the change order. Vice Chairman Juba made a MOTION to approve Change Order No. 4 - $37,026.00 and the related budget amendment. Chairman Carruth seconded the motion. There was a brief discussion on how much has been spent on the Annex. Commissioner Privette stated the lack of competitive bids increased the cost by 8 to 15 percent and reiterated his intent to vote against the change order. The motion passed with Chairman Carruth, Vice Chairman Juba and Commissioner Carpenter voting for and Commissioners Freeman and Privette voting against. BUDGET REVISION/AMENDMENT REQUEST DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE/JUSTICE CENTER CONSTRUCTION FUND AMOUNT: $37,026.00 TYPE OF ADJUSTMENT: Internal Transfer Within Department PURPOSE OF REQUEST: Internal transfer to cover cost of Turner Amendment #4. Present Account No. Approved Budget Increase 39292130-9609 $82,939.00 Legal - Justice Center Construction Fund 39292130-9820-0598 $15,099,825.00 $37,026.00 Construction - GMP#1 - Amendment to June 19 Decrease Revised Budget $37,026.00 $95,913,00 $15,086,851.00 Center - 6:30 o.m