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MINUTES OF THE � <br /> ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING <br /> Monday,October 8,2012 <br /> 7:00 o'clock p.m. <br /> (13. POLICE DEPARTMENT SECURITY UPGRADES, Continued) <br /> Farniok concurred they would not want the fence too close to the actual paved area. Farniok stated they <br /> also explored the possibility of installing additional cameras to the parking lot area along with upgrading <br /> the existing camera in that area. Farniok indicated they could upgrade the existing camera to a digital <br /> camera so it increases the ability to zoom in and enhance features. Farniok noted they are not considering <br /> solar lights based on the cost. <br /> (Recess taken from 9:00 to 9:03 p.m.) <br /> Farniok stated once a vendor is accepted,the police deparhnent will work with the vendor to ensure that <br /> the camera is functiona124/7 and will work with the various types of lighting that are experienced in that <br /> area throughout the day and night. The majority of the cost consists of wiring for the camera and the <br /> lighting. <br /> Bremer stated she personally would like to see a nicer appearing fence. Bremer stated to her <br /> understanding fencing professionals recommend going with something other than chain link. Bremer <br /> stated she will be relying on Police Chief Farniok's recommendation on what type of fence he feels would <br /> be the best. <br /> Farniok indicated he will be setting up meetings with some of the mini storage facilities in the azea to <br /> discuss their security measures. <br /> Printup stated he is not opposed to holding a special meeting to discuss this further if the information <br /> becomes available prior to the next Council work session. <br /> McMillan commented she would also like to see something that is visually appealing. <br /> The City Council took no formal action on this item. <br /> 14. APPROVAL OF ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES <br /> Farniok stated the Orono Police Deparhnent has been discussing a building and garage addition/upgrades <br /> since 2004. In 2008,quotes for architectural services for an expansion of the police department were <br /> received and reviewed by City Staff. The expansion would include additional garage stalls,an addition to <br /> the property room,a training/briefing area and remodeling/updating several other areas within the police <br /> department. Phillip Johnson,Architect,was recommended by Staff and approved by the City Council on <br /> March 24,2008. <br /> Farniok noted Phillip Johnson has worked well with Staff regarding the plans and designs that were being <br /> recommended for the project in 2008 but that the 2008 project was put on hold for economic reasons at <br /> the time. Due to the recent acts of vandalism at the Police Department,these plans are being reviewed to <br /> help avoid future acts of vandalism, arson and theft from police vehicles and vehicles that are being held <br /> for possible forfeiture. To date these acts have cost the City over$100,000 in damages. <br /> Staff would like to recommend Phillip Johnson provide architectural services to the City on the police <br /> department building project. Phillip Johnson has performed well on previous projects and provided lower <br /> quotes for architectural services on prior projects. Phillip Johnson has submitted a quote for architectural <br /> services at 6.5 percent of the project. Staff has met with Phillip Johnson and GDS Design and Build,Inc., <br /> Page 18 of 21 <br />