COUNTY OF ALBEMARLE
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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AGENDA TITLE: Crozet Library Update
SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Update on the status of the Crozet Library and community input
STAFF CONTACT(S): Messrs. Tucker, Foley, Davis, Letteri, and Ms. Catlin
LEGAL REVIEW: Yes |
AGENDA DATE: March 4, 2009
ACTION: INFORMATION: X
CONSENT AGENDA: ACTION: INFORMATION:
ATTACHMENTS: Yes
REVIEWED BY: |
BACKGROUND:
In December of 2004, the Board adopted the Crozet Master Plan, which included a new Crozet Library to provide enhanced library services to the community and to serve as a catalyst for redevelopment in downtown Crozet. In November of 2006, the Board authorized the design and construction of the library, which is now in the formal design stage and scheduled to be under construction by the summer of 2011.
In May of 2008, the Board approved the formation of the Crozet Library Steering Committee to facilitate the engagement of stakeholders and the public, to evaluate and balance the various needs and objectives, and to oversee the schematic design phase of the project. The Committee’s ultimate charge is to develop a preferred design option for recommendation to the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors.
The Committee began its work in July of 2008 and, with the assistance of staff and the design team of Grimm and Parker, has developed guiding principles and a building program and has considered several site and building design schemes for the Library. Planning staff has provided guidance on master plan and zoning issues and the Architectural Review Board and Planning Commission were also consulted during the process.
Summary of Major Milestones
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Date |
Milestone |
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September 2006 |
Secured Architect/Engineering firm |
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November 2006 |
Board approved library site selection |
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August 2008 |
Committee established Guiding Principles as outlined in Attachment A |
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September 2008 |
Community Information Session held September 24, 2008 at Western Albemarle High School |
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October 2008 |
Architectural Review Board feedback at meeting held October 20, 2008 |
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November 2008 |
Community Development Staff Feedback |
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February 2009 |
Planning Commission Feedback from the meeting held February 10, 2009 |
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February 2009 |
Citizen feedback received at a Community Information Session held February 19, 2009 |
STRATEGIC PLAN:
Goal 1 - Enhance Quality of Life for All Citizens
Goal 4 - Effectively Manage Growth and Development
DISCUSSION:
The purpose of this Agenda item is to provide a status report on the work of the Steering Committee and to provide an opportunity for feedback and guidance from the Board on the Committee’s most recent design options. The presentation will include information obtained from public presentations as well as from work sessions with the Planning Commission and Architectural Review Board.
BUDGET IMPACT:
No budget impact is anticipated.
The presentation is for the Board’s information. Staff requests that the Board provide feedback and guidance on the Committee’s most recent design options.
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