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Mr. Keller wondered what the $1 million reduction in the bond issue represented. Mr. Lutes answered that two factors had been built in to the original estimate - a 7.5% inflation rate and a 10% contingency on construction. Those two factors totaled $1.5 million, so they have been reduced to $500,000. Mr. Keller wondered about possible cost reduction in building a more box-shaped facility. Mr. Lutes explained the shape as designed will provide for outside windows for each cell - a federal requirement for federal funds stip'llates single cells with windows. It would be a mistake to build it otherwise, he felt, because how functional it is inside seems more important than construction dollars saved by building it in a conventional shape. On reasons for single-cell uni ts, Sheriff Burks said it is primarily for managerrent purposes. There is no way to effectively control what is happening in dorms. Single cells do benefit the prisoner as well. Some prisoners need to be segregated from all the others for safety factors. On having the mental health unit within the jail, Sheriff Burks responded it is much more convenient for staff - there are sorre persons with severe mental problems that cannot be released because of criminal charges against them. This facility is proper to house a mental health unit because it is secure and professional people are on hand to assist - it will better utilize staff and provide a most humane setting as well. Police Chief Dale Allen endorsed and supported Sheriff Burk's comments. is the Police Department's feeling that, as the community develops a corrections facility, it is logical to have the ability to address the of persons wi th severe mental problems; tha t is, persons determined to dangerous, to themselves or to others. It needs be Mrs. Shirey felt that, if not provided now, it will have to be provided later somewhere else - utilizing more staff. Sheriff Burks noted, in answer to a question, that not all the property has been purchased at this point. Sheriff Burks concluded that it is a most appropriate build~ng. Q. Bike Week - Mayor Anderson announced Bike Week May I - 9, and enthusiastically endorsed participation by Council and others in the many events planned. R. street Assessment Policy - Mrs. Shirey offered to serve on a subcommittee to study the procedures and policy for making street assessments. Mrs. Beal offered to assist. Manager asked for direction as to how the proposed review committee was to be constituted, how appointed, etc. It was understood the Mayor would appoint. Gouncilman Bradley expressed some interest in serving, and the Mayor asked others interested to let him know. S. Taxi' Company Need - Mr. Bradley has received a call from a taxi driver who . feels there is a need for an additional taxi company, as he feels the present two are doing an inadequate job and there are questions of safety, health and welfare involved. Mr. Bradley wondered about the process involved in getermining need and whether the Ci ty should investigate the entire area regarding regulations, etc. 4/26/76 - 22 ~?,,, ~,e ~- Comm 4/14/76 File Comm 4/21/76 File Comm 4/21/76 See action below ---- --