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Reading School Building Committee
RMHS Architect Selection subcommittee
Date; May 6, 2002
Place: Berger room, Reading Town Hall
Time: 7:30 PM
Present: Richard Radville (RR)
Jeffrey Struble (JS)
Dennis LaCroix DL)
JS opened the meeting at 7:30, and suggested that the first order of business should be to elect a
chairman.
RR nominated Dennis LaCroix as chairman. JS seconded. There were no further nominations. On a
3-0 vote, Dennis LaCroix was elected chairman.
DL appointed RR to be subcommittee secretary.
The committee walked through the process of review of the RFQ responses:
RR and JS indicated for the benefit of DL where to find the basic qualifications such as architect
registration, insurance coverage, and determination of ability to complete all phases of the project if
selected.
It was suggested that an appropriate process would be to review each proposal quickly first to get a
flavor of the entire group, then go back and to a detailed review of each one. JS noted that it did not
matter if each reviewer used a different baseline on the point scale as long as each used a consistent set
of criteria.
The committee talked about the importance of experience in high school renovation projects, not just
new construction.
It was noted that there may be limited experience with projects where phasing is required without the
benefit of additions to use as swing space.
RR noted the importance of experience of the individuals proposed, and the fact that experience gained
whiled employed at another firm also has value.
It was agreed to plan for two meetings the following week. JS will post meetings for Monday May 13
and Wednesday May 15, if needed. The purpose of the meeting will be to summarize reviews, discuss
possible issues and comments, and hopefully select a shortlist.
RR will bring copies of reference check questions used from past projects.
RR moved to adjourn at 8:25. Motion was seconded by JS and the vote was unanimous.