TO: Mayor and Commissioners
FROM: Missie Barletto, Director Public Works
THROUGH: Terrence R. Moore, ICMA-CM
DATE: February 3, 2026
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APPROVAL OF A RESTORATION CONCEPT FOR THE CREST THEATRE AUDITORIUM PROJECT
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Recommended Action:
Recommendation
Motion to approve a restoration concept for the Crest Theatre Auditorium Project (Public Works Project No. 25-001).
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Background:
On August 19, 2025, the City Commission approved Resolution No. 167-25 to award an agreement with Mills+Schnoering Architects, LLC for Architectural/Engineering Design Services and Construction Administration of the Crest Theatre Auditorium Project pursuant to RFQ No. 2025-019.
The agreement is structured in two (2) phases. The first phase includes the development of three (3) restoration concepts for the City Commission’s choice. Once the choice has been made by Commission, the second phase of design of that concept will be negotiated and brought back to the City Commission for approval.
Today’s presentation includes the three (3) restoration concepts. A base option with two additive options, each option (Option 1 and Option 2) with increased operational, performance, and patron comfort amenities. Staff is seeking direction from the City Commission on the proposed options to begin the second phase of the project.
Attachments:
1. Crest Theatre Concept Design Report
City Attorney Review:
N/A
Funding Source:
Funding for this project (Finance Project Number 41023) is available in the amount of $3,500,000.00 from GL account 334-75-300-575.62-02.
Timing of Request:
Timely approval is required to initiate final design contract negotiations.