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The quasi -outdoor recreation yards adjacent to the housing units could be converted to elegant courtyards with lush landscaping, tables and benches for staff and visitors. These areas would be suitable for outside breaks, snack, learning, quiet and meeting areas. The existing kitchen could continue operations with the installation of a small cafeteria restaurant and dining area. A combination vending machine / snack area and break room could be added for employee and visitor use as well. The vehicle sallyport could be used as designated parking for ADA access, visitors, or upper management Exterior secured sallyports can be made suitable for deliveries and private / controlled entry as deemed necessary. The nearby parking garage should adequately serve the remainder of the stairs parking needs. The facility's maintenance and storage areas are well distributed throughout the facility and should be adequate for the office space reuse option. The plumbing has been Identified as needing major work to bring the facility up to code and to supply adequate water services to meet the maximum proposed occupancy levels. Electrical systems appear to be acceptable on the first two floors, where most administrative functions occur, but will need updating in the current third and fourth floor housing units. Operable and environmentally -efficient HVAC systems are a must. A review of these systems showed they will need some updating, but not to the extent needed for the data center option as the primary function will remain as comfort -level personnel heating, ventilations, and air-conditioning. Gas, water, sewer, electrical, and telephone services will need to be re-evaluated based on the loads required to service the reuse design for the future offices, but this would be required for any of the reuse options. Systems including electrical (high and low voltage and lighting), mechanical, plumbing, internal/ external communications, access, and security will also need to be re-evaluated based on the loads required to service the reuse design for the future offices. These are most required on the third and fourth floors where these systems were previously based on minimal access and restricted use. Review of the current security elements show that the facility has both optics and sensors which make the facility safe for the purpose of the office space reuse option. Proximity to local law enforcement response is also a plus. As the building was a former Jail, no one can predict if there is any ill will harbored by previous occupants or sympathizers. The consultant's view is that with the Police Department located next door and County Jail nearby, any such threat would be minimal. As with any building, security measures should be reviewed to minimize /eliminate threat potential. The consultant team's analysis shows that the commercial office use option has the potential for developing a significant return on such an investment. Repurposing the kitchen and adding a dining area for use as a restaurant for example, would make good use of existing high-end equipment and fixtures and provide yet another potential income resource. Workspace pricing for similar office space facilities in Anaheim and Costa Mesa ranges from $300 to $400 per person /per month (on a minimum 24 -month lease agreement). In Irvine and Orange, it ranges from $400 to $500. ■ Homeless Shelter With Supportive Services Space Use This Jail Reuse Feasibility Option involves renovating and reusing the City's Jail building as a converted homeless shelter with supportive services space. The work for this option installs a canopy and staging area in the vehicle sallyport and converts the existing Jail intake / release area into a day center and reception area for the local homeless populations seeking shelter. This would include seating, personal property storage, kennels, meal service, and meeting space for programs and social service outreach efforts. The layout and function of the housing units will remain relatively the same, however, there will be moderate renovation construction costs associated with removing all soft furnishings and fixtures due to sanitation needs generally associated with this type of use. Research has shown that homeless shelters should be developed in locations that provide easy access including available public transportation and amenities. Shelters 7 65A-14