Referendum Statement: This project consists of the installation of a control system for the Mechanical systems, allowing the ability to better manage energy. It will also include replacement of existing dividing walls in the ballroom with higher rated acoustical walls and the purchase of lighting instruments for the theater.

Project Location: Classic Center.

• Element 1 – Energy Management System Improvements; This element is further broken down into two sub-components of work necessary to upgrade the Classic Center’s current systems. They are as follows:
  • 1A – Energy Control System; This first sub-component includes the installation of a control system including computer software that will enable the Classic Center’s Plant Manager the ability to control all Mechanical Operating Systems from two central points. In addition, this system will alert the Plant Manager of any problems within the system. It is estimated that this type of improvement will provide savings in the range of $30,000 per year, greatly improving customer satisfaction by better control of the building environment. Total estimated cost for this sub-component is $40,000.
  • 1B – Energy Management System; The second sub-component includes the installation of capacitors on all electrical operating systems in the Classic Center. The capacitors work with the Energy Control System to narrow the normal energy curve resulting in significantly lower energy costs. It is estimated that these improvements will reduce the overall energy cost for the Classic Center by 25%. Total estimated cost for this sub-component is $78,000.
  • 1C – HVAC Improvements; This third sub-component is to correct the numerous customer complaints regarding the lack of proper temperature control in the theater, and employee complaints about the temperature in the box offices. In an effort to correct this situation, detailed drawings and specifications have been developed with the assistance of the original HVAC engineer and Paul Martin. The HVAC Improvements include several steps; First, is the installation of additional heating units on the main stage. Second, is the installation of floor mounted electric heaters in the main orchestra level. Third, is the installation of extensions to the highest duct over the mezzanine level of the theater. The original design was meant to pull the air from the supply duct to the return, but has proven ineffective. The mezzanine level duct is also located in a position that makes it ineffective, and the supply air is bypassing the customers seated in the mezzanine level. The installation of duct extensions will provide significantly increased air flow to the proper areas and correct the problem. (See Exhibit B for drawings illustrating these improvements).
  • In addition, two other areas that cause The Classic Center to waste energy and increase cost are two small areas (the box office and the theater boardroom) that are currently cooled/heated by the theater’s central mechanical unit. Currently, when cooling/heating the box office, it is linked with cooling/heating the entire fire hall, and the cooling/heating of the theater boardroom is linked with cooling/heating the entire theater. This problem is envisioned to be corrected by installing a small mechanical unit in the box office, and by installing additional duct work and separate thermostatic controls in the theater boardroom. Total estimated cost for this sub-component is $135,000.
  • Total estimated costs for Element 1 sub-components is $253,000.

• Element 2 – Theatrical Lighting Improvements; This element is further broken down into two sub-components of work necessary to upgrade the Classic Center’s current systems. They are as follows:
  • 2A – Exhibit Hall Structural Support Modifications; The scope of work associated with this sub-component is envisioned to consist of modifications to the structural steel roof joists. An qualified structural engineer was employed to develop necessary modifications necessary to strengthen the supports and allow additional weight sufficient to meet the needs of the lighting systems of the Classic Center customers. This sub-component has been purchased and is eligible for reimbursement to the Classic Center Authority. Total cost for this sub-component is $4,974.
  • 2B – Lighting Truss System; A portable lighting truss system will provide industry standard lighting towers with manual crank devices, instruments, dress kit, and portable dimmer system. This system will allow the Classic Center the flexibility of controlling the intensity of lighting used during performances and lectures. The system is designed to allow for a safe solution to our existing customer requests for theatrical lighting in the ballrooms and exhibit halls. This sub-component has been purchased and is eligible for reimbursement to the Classic Center Authority. Total cost for this sub-component is $22,426.
  • 2C – Theatrical Lighting Instruments; A full accompaniment of over 200 theatrical stage lighting instruments is envisioned to be purchased and used to stage a multitude of events throughout The Classic Center. These instruments can be used for concerts, Broadway shows, and corporate / social events that need to be provided with this level of lighting. Currently, our customers have to rent such lighting from other companies. Total estimated cost for this sub-component is $66,739.
• Total estimated costs for Element 2 sub-components is $94,139.

Project Design Consultant: N/A
Sponsoring Department: The Classic Center
Department Director: Paul Cramer
Associated Organizations: The Classic Center Authority
Other Interested Organizations:

Current Status: Construction Phase (Installation).

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