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CITY OF SHAKOPEE
Memorandum
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TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Mark McNeill, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Library Sun Screening
DATE: April 2, 2008
Comment:
Introduction:
Council has asked to authorize sunshades be installed on one of the skylights at Shakopee
Public Library.
Background:
At the last City Council meeting, staff requested authorization from the Council to seek
solutions to some noise and sunlight issues at the Shakopee Public Library.
While investigations are continuing on dealing with noise transmission problems, two
quotes have been received for window shades which would be mounted on the south and
west exposures of the southerly skylight. The location of the skylight that created
problems for library staff in utilizing the staff desk on the second floor.
Facilities Coordinator Duane Toenyan received quotes to place opaque shades on the two
sides of the skylight which let in the sunlight. He investigated both non movable shades,
and ones could be operated remotely so that shades could be moved on cloudy days. The
lesser cost of the non-movable shades was $1,385. For comparison, the motorized
movable shades cost $5,337. Those are battery powered, and would generate additional
maintenance as a result.
Based on the cost difference, we recommend that the non-movable shades be installed at
a cost of$1,385, as bid by Vision Blinds.
Budget Impact:
$46,000 was provided in the budget for 2008, which is funded through the Market Value
Homestead Credit payment received by the City in November. The money would be
drawn from the General Fund fund balance, into which the MVHC was deposited.
Recommendation:
We recommend that staff be authorized to have the shades installed.
Relationship to Visioning:
This supports Goal B (High Quality of Life).
Action Required:
If the Council concurs, it should, by motion, direct provide for the installation of the
shades as quoted by Vision Blinds in the amount of$1385.
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Mark McNeill
City Administrator
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