Police Station Building Commitee gets an update from the Project team and starts to set dates for site visits (audio)

FM #1389 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1389 in the series. 

This session shares the audio of the Police Station Building Committee (PSBC) meeting on Tuesday, Feb 25, 2025. This is the first meeting of 2025. The full project team, OPM, and architects provided an overview of the process and what next steps were starting. 

Quick recap:

• Discussion on how many 3 or 4 open houses for public to visit the station to see the existing conditions and need for new space

• Discussion on how many site visits to other new police facilities, likely 3 so at least the committee members could try and make at least 2 of the 3

• Presentation on template of project webpage, still in draft, discussion around what to add to it 

• Discussion around the video walk through to be coordinated by Steve Sherlock/Franklin TV. Would enable residents who can’t make the open houses to still see the situation. 

• Discussion on 3 sites, one just rose along Grove St but won’t be considered further as it is too small. Davis Thayer and Parmenter remain currently under evaluation

• Town administrator Jamie Hellen made a clear statement on the deed for the Parmenter property that nothing in it prohibits another use. The requirement at the time was to build a school within 3 years, and that was completed. There were no penalties or clawbacks in the deed in case the conditions weren’t met

• Not likely to meet again as a committee until summer time. The OPM, architects, etc have work to do gathering info and developing the initial concepts before having something for the committee to review and weigh in on 

The recording run about an hour and 10 minutes Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1389-police-station-bldg-cmte-02-25-25/

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Franklin TV video of the meeting -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWC6PbFTu0s 

Meeting agenda ->   

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02252025-1601 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

• And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/  or www.franklin.news 

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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Police Station Building Committee Agenda for Feb 25 meeting at 7 PM

Police Station Building Comte gets project overview from OPM Joe Sullivan (audio)

FM #1303 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1303 in the series. 

This session shares the audio of the Police Station Building Committee (PSBC) meeting on Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024. All 10 members were present. This is the start of the real work on the station. The Owner Project Manager (OPM), Joseph (Joe) Sullivan is in place and leading the effort per Mass General Law for projects of this size.

Quick recap:

• Committee voted to approve minutes of 3 prior meetings (1 as amended to correct attendance status of one person)

• Joe provided an overview of the project steps

• 7 architects submitted to the RFQ from which 3 firms were selected for interviews at the next meeting Nov 14 (a long session, 30min presentations, 15 Q&A, 15 mins briefing between sessions, and then after the scoring, it will take 2-3 weeks to settle the contract. Once contracted, then evaluation begins, what today's needs are, and then layer in flexibility for future requirements

• Site selection will be a key component, usually requires 4-6 acres to allow for security and proper public access, includes traffic studies to determine proper fit 

• Conceptual design, lay the building on the site to see how it works 

• Committee vote on key steps along the way, no Taj Mahal, just what you need Min of 3 cost estimates 

• Preliminary budget after conceptual design, let committee feel comfortable with the design and the associated costs. Design contingency is used for those next level details beyond the overall building structure costs, i.e. sprinkler, technology, outfitting the building, etc. 

Additional items of the recap can be found -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/11/police-station-building-comte-gets.html 

The recording run about 58 minutes Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1303-police-station-blg-cmte-10-30-24/

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Franklin TV video of the meeting -> https://www.youtube.com/live/EriYvnsyTO0?si=0TSXC0OswbrnnCT6&t=195 

Meeting agenda ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/2024-10-30_police_station_building_committee_packet.pdf 

My notes in on PDF ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ri3wYEfziwIAA31Ch4AVfCZAszny_kV7/view?usp=drive_link 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

• And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/  or www.franklin.news 

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Police Station Building Committee - Agenda for meeting Oct 30 at 5:30 PM

Police Station Building Comte gets project overview from OPM Joe Sullivan (video)

The Police Station Building Committee (PSBC) met on Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 as scheduled. All 10 members were present. This is the start of the real work on the station. The Owner Project Manager (OPM), Joseph (Joe) Sullivan is in place and leading the effort per Mass General Law for projects of this size.

Quick recap:

• Committee voted to approve minutes of 3 prior meetings (1 as amended to correct attendance status of one person)
• Joe provided an overview of the project steps
• 7 architects submitted to the RFQ from which 3 firms were selected for interviews at the next meeting Nov 14 (a long session, 30min presentations, 15 Q&A, 15 mins briefing between sessions, and then after the scoring, it will take 2-3 weeks to settle the contract. Once contracted, then evaluation begins, what today's needs are, and then layer in flexibility for future requirements
• Site selection will be a key component, usually requires 4-6 acres to allow for security and proper public access, includes traffic studies to determine proper fit 
• Conceptual design, lay the building on the site to see how it works 
• Committee vote on key steps along the way, no Taj Mahal, just what you need Min of 3 cost estimates 
• Preliminary budget after conceptual design, let committee feel comfortable with the design and the associated costs. Design contingency is used for those next level details beyond the overall building structure costs, i.e. sprinkler, technology, outfitting the building, etc. 
• Construction contingency, listen to the recording to the story about the fill from 495 moved for the high school 
• Final costs not really available until the 90% design completion point. Furniture, fixtures, access control, evidence storage, (cover via Mass guidelines), record storage, cells for detained individuals, more holding cells than lengthy stays, technology to operate, etc. 
• Public forums will be an important part of the whole process, they need to be part of the solution. Everyone opinion matters. Need to do them regularly, likely 4-5 before done. Abutters meeting once the site location is narrowed or identified 
• Discussion on space requirements, will bring examples for next meeting to help explain the Boston city stations vs what we are needing, also space for training. Training room could also be used for community access Middleboro example mentioned. Training may also be a small revenue source for the Town, could become a mini center for the area on training
• Video of walk thru of the existing station desired
• Construction likely about 16-18 months, some will be asking 20-24, based upon size and quality of building will determine with the architect the time line Strongly suggest to start going after furniture to confirm pricing, etc. at 50% completed, start ordering the furniture or wait until 80%
• Commission agent, acts as a quality control over install and quality of materials as specified. Once we bid, after funding, 18-20 months, 2 months for punch list with dept in the facility to check it out, live it, resolve items before the construction force leaves the site
• Warranty cut sheet for dept, kept in a log what it is, who's responsible, who completes, and when. Mechanical equipment if not clear warranty is when it fired up, not when after the building is completed so could lose time on that
• Discussion on liquidated damages, need to prove in MA, it does cost something, contractors will price accordingly
• Track critical path to avoid damage issues. Pay req, monthly task, update on critical path at that point each time
• Assuming architect contract by end of year, next meeting with them is in January Wishes, wants and needs, start thinking about. Need a schedule of design, need to hit those milestones. Use that as a tool of differentiation among the candidates

Franklin TV video of the meeting -> https://www.youtube.com/live/EriYvnsyTO0?si=0TSXC0OswbrnnCT6&t=195

Meeting agenda ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/2024-10-30_police_station_building_committee_packet.pdf

My notes in on PDF ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ri3wYEfziwIAA31Ch4AVfCZAszny_kV7/view?usp=drive_link

Police Station Building Committee - Agenda for meeting Oct 30 at 5:30 PM

Town of Franklin: Request for Qualifications - OPM for Fisher Street Water Treatment Plant Upgrades

Request for Qualifications - OPM for Fisher Street Water Treatment Plant Upgrades

In accordance with Chapter 149, Section 44A1/2 of the Massachusetts General Laws, it is the intention of the Town of Franklin to retain the services of an Owner's Project Manager (OPM) for the Fisher Street Water Treatment Plant Upgrades project.

Additional Information:  RFQ for OPM for the Fisher Street Water Treatment Plant Upgrades

shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/purchasing/bids/request-qualifications-opm-fisher-street-water-treatment-plant-upgrades

Franklin DPW building , 257 Fisher St

Police Station Building Cmte selects CHA firm as Owner Project Manager (OPM) (audio)

FM #1203 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1203 in the series. 

This session shares the Franklin (MA) Police Station Building Committee meeting held on Monday, May 13, 2024. In this meeting, they conducted three interviews with firms to select the Owner Project Manager (OPM). 

There is a brief overview of the process, then the three firms (Vertex, Collier, and CHA) are interviewed. There are brief recesses between each interview. That recess audio section was removed and replaced with a brief bit of musical interlude. 

The three firms in order of appearance were Vertex, Collier, and CHA. CHA was the unanimous choice as the top firm. Vertex second, and Collier third.

Town Administrator Jamie Hellen will commence negotiations on contract with CHA and assuming it is successful, the project will proceed. If not, the second vendor will begin negotiations.

The recording runs about 2 hours & 45 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link ->

https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1203-franklin-ma-police-stn-bldg-cmte-opm-interviews-05-13-24

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Building Committee page => https://www.franklinma.gov/police-station-building-committee 

Agenda for this meeting -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/_2024-05-13_police_station_building_committee.pdf 

The Franklin TV video for replay -> (link not found)

My notes in one PDF doc -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IYmIjfa06AaXhyGGWWr6d9-vHYtUrWb2/view?usp=drive_link 

Photo albums of each presentation

Vertex -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/QAHNUAKMe3KtpSXE9 

Collier -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/nkhvKpi88J16rAJP9 

CHA -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/LiSr8T5XiJTgWpQc7 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/  or www.franklin.news 

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Police Station Building Cmte selects CHA firm as Owner Project Manager (OPM) (audio)

Town of Franklin: Request for Qualifications - OPM Services For A New Police Station

Request for Qualifications - OPM Services For A New Police Station

In accordance with Chapter 149, Section 44A 1/2 of the Massachusetts General Laws, it is the intention of the Town of Franklin to retain the services of an Owner's Project Manager (OPM).

Additional Information:  OPM Services For A New Police Station

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/purchasing/bids/request-qualifications-opm-services-new-police-station

Request for Qualifications - OPM Services For A New Police Station