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Informal Resident Advisory Work Group Cedar Grove Community Center August 27, 2013 Page 5of5 W John Thomas then opened the floor for a discussion on the appearance of the building and the finishes that are to be used in the spaces. • The Informal Advisory Group stated that they wanted the building to maintain as much of the original look as possible. • The Informal Advisory Group also requested that the name of the facility be provided in a prominent location on the exterior of the building. • The Architect stated that due to the new energy code, not all of the windows may be replaced with glass. • The floor finishes where discussed. • No carpet should be provided in the Meetings Rooms. • The Informal Advisory Group requested that VCT not be the primary floor finish. The Architect agreed to review alternative floor finishes, such as Luxury Vinyl tile, which have longer wear capabilities and require less maintenance than VCT. • The Multi- purpose room will be provided with a cushioned rubber floor system that will support multiple functions. • The members of the Informal Advisory Group asked about the status of the mowing of the Benson property. The County Representatives stated that the topic was scheduled to be discussed at a meeting of the Department of Environment, Agriculture, Parks and Recreation on September 13. o The meadow in the rear of the property is only scheduled to be cut once a year so as to limit the disturbance to the indigenous wild life. o Members of the Informal Advisory Committee stated that the grounds needed to be mowed on a more regular basis. • The Architects will have revised and further developed sketches, incorporating the elements discussed above, for review at the next meeting. o The Informal Advisory Group also asked if a walk -thru could be conducted as part of this meeting and the Architect stated that they would provide signs to show what each of the existing spaces was to become. • The "memorial' aspect of the project was discussed after the meeting as a separate meeting with Peter Sandbeck and the sub - committee that is working on ideas for this memorial. Minutes Recorded By: Date: 9/12/2013 Pierre Henwood This report A the writer's understanding of the major topics and conclusions of the meeting. If this does not correspond with the understanding of anyone in attendance, please contact MBAJ Architecture in writing. Unless written notice disputing the information contained in this report is received within seven (7) days of the report issue, it shall be assumed that all parties are in agreement that this information is true and correct.