I. Project Basics

1) City of Bemidji

2) Project title: Carnegie Library Building Rehabilitation

3) Project priority number: First and only priority

4) Project location: Bemidji, Beltrami County

5) Ownership and Operation:

Who will own the facility: City of Bemidji

Who will operate the facility: City of Bemidji

Names of any private entities that will occupy/use any portion of the building:

The building will support a variety of community uses and events in the upper level and as yet undetermined tenants in lower level. Possible tenants could include our local community and public access television stations.

6) Project contact person (name, phone number and email address): John Chattin, City Manager 218-759-3565, jchattin@ci.bemidji.mn.us or Lewis Crenshaw, Capital Campaign Chair, 218-333-8928, lewcrenshaw@crfam.org

II. Project Description

7) Description and Rationale: The City of Bemidji requests $800,000 in state bonding funds for the renovation and relocation of the city-owned Carnegie Library building in downtown Bemidji, Beltrami County. We intend to construct a new foundation, an ADA accessible main entrance, and rehabilitate the structure to increase its functionality for public use. The building will be moved back 15 feet from State Highway 197, which has encroached to within 5 feet of the front entrance. The historic Carnegie Library was built in 1910 and has served our region in a variety of capacities for over 100 years. Since the building ceased functioning as a library in 1961, the City of Bemidji has leased the building to a variety of non-profit arts and education tenants. We will soon be losing our current tenants, in large part because the building is neither energy efficient nor ADA accessible. The intent of this project is to enhance the capacity for public use, which could include business and governmental uses (e.g., conference/meeting space), public and community access television, family and group gatherings, and/or special exhibitions and events. This upgrade will assure sustainability of the building and the City’s ability to lease space to one or more businesses, providing at least 5 jobs on site and additional associated jobs offsite. Move Building Back. Approximately 25,000 cars pass daily within 5 feet of the front entrance of the building. Patrons are literally at risk of falling into the traffic when exiting the building stairs. Moving the building away from Highway 197 provides a safer venue for visitors, resolves potential litigation issues arising from the proximity to the street, and eliminates the ongoing deterioration of the façade due to snowplow throw. Constructing a new foundation will also stabilize the structure and facilitate accessibility and needed mechanical upgrades. Construct ADA Entrance and Elevator. In order to enable broader public use, accessibility issues must be resolved. The building currently does not meet accessibility requirements at the entrance or between the floors. In order to preserve its historic front facade, a new ADA-accessible main entrance

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addition will be constructed to fulfill those needs. The addition will be located on the northeast side of the existing building, feature an at-grade entrance, stairs and elevator access to lower and upper levels. Restrooms, Mechanical Systems, Energy Efficiency and Abatement. We will modernize the mechanical systems (heating/cooling, electrical and security) to provide more efficient building operation; new, accessible restrooms that are available for park and trail users will be added; all hazardous materials will be abated; and energy efficient windows and insulation will be installed to reduce operating costs and meet B3 standards. We intend to apply for a Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Grant in the amount of $300,000 for renovations; however, moving the building and constructing a new entrance, activities that are necessary for this project, do not qualify for Historical and Cultural Heritage Grant funding. A dedicated group of community volunteers has stepped forward to work on behalf of the Carnegie project. We have launched a capital campaign to fund a portion of the aforementioned upgrades. To date (June 2013), we have raised $400,000 from individuals and foundations. The City of Bemidji has added a commitment of $100,000. Our capital campaign will continue through the completion of the renovation. We also anticipate successful applications for additional grant funding to complete funding for the project. Bemidji is a regional center for tourism, entertainment, shopping and the arts. Our historic downtown with its vibrant mix of waterfront, businesses, galleries, and restaurants is a key attraction. The completion of this project will preserve a unique cultural asset, increase sustainability of the building and reduce costs to taxpayers and tenants. This renovated landmark will enhance tourism in Bemidji, leading to increased revenues for local businesses in our historic downtown. There is a strong community desire to preserve this treasured building and restore its role as a centerpiece of our community, but we need state assistance to realize that goal. Thank you for your consideration of our project.

8) Square Footage: The existing building is 5,240 square feet on two floors and the entire building will be renovated. New square footage planned in addition is 700 square feet.

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Sources of Funds Dollars in Thousands

Prior Years

For 2014

For 2016

For 2018

State GO Bonds Requested 800 800

Funds Already Committed State Funds City Funds 100 100 County Funds Other Local Government Funds Federal Funds Non-Governmental Funds 400 400

Pending Contributions City Funds County Funds Other Local Government Funds Federal Funds Non-Governmental Funds 341 341

1641 1,641

Uses of Funds Dollars in Thousands

Prior Years

For 2014

For 2016

For 2018

Land Acquisition 0 0 Predesign (required for projects over $1.5 M) 11.3 11.3 Design (including construction administration) 101.5 101.5 Project Management 0 0 Construction 1478.2 1478.2

Furniture/Fixtures/Equipment 50 50 Relocation (not bond-eligible)

1,641 1,641

III. Project Financing

The following table describing the total amount of financial resources needed and the proposed uses of funds must be submitted for each project.

• Enter amounts in thousands ($100,000 should be entered as $100). • Enter the amount of state funding requested on the line “State GO Bonds Requested”. • Uses of Funds must show how all funding sources will be used, not just the state funding

requested. • Sources of Funds total must equal Uses of Funds total. • In most cases, the state share should not exceed 50% of the total project cost.

Do the project cost estimates below include inflation (see question 10 below)? X Yes No

Total

TOTAL*

Total

* Totals must be the same.

TOTAL*

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IV. Other Project Information

10) Project schedule. Anticipated Start Date: May 2015

Anticipated Occupancy date: November 2015_

11) Predesign. For projects with a total construction cost of $1.5 million or more:

Has a project predesign been completed? Yes X No

If so, has the predesign been submitted to the Commissioner of Administration?

Yes X No

12) State operating subsidies. NONE

13) Sustainable building guidelines. The City will meet the Minnesota Sustainable Building Guidelines established under Minnesota

Statutes, Section 16B325 and will work with our architect and contractor to ensure that the renovated building complies with the guidelines. Additionally, we will comply with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Treatment of Historic Properties.

14) Sustainable building designs. To the extent possible within the renovation project and historic guidelines, sustainable

building designs will be used to modernize the Carnegie Library to include energy efficient windows, new insulation, efficient heating and cooling systems, and upgrades to electrical and lighting systems.

15) Resolution of support and priority designation. Has the governing body of the applicant

passed a resolution of support (which indicates the project’s priority number if the applicant is submitting multiple requests)? Yes X No

If so, please attach the signed resolution. If not, please indicate when the resolution will be coming (and forward the resolution to MMB when available): July, 2013

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