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cell design is consistent with the modern trend for smaller co -work office space. By further researching the local co -work office market, the City can get a better understanding as to the type of designs and space layouts that are most popular and in demand in and around the Santa Ana City Jail. Additionally, the City will need to determine the type of shared workspace they will provide or if the intent is to convert it into one large office space for one organization only. Jail Reuse Feasibility Study Vanir Consultant Team Recommended Feasibility Options Ranking Based on the results of the analysis and evaluation process, a summary ranking from best to worst for the implementation of the proposed five jail reuse feasibility options was established by the Vanir consultant team. Analysis of this information and related fiscal impact data was used to form the following recommended implementation ranking: Community Commercial Office Space Recommended Ranking: Jail Reuse Implementation Option #3 ❑ Homeless Shelter Housing and Supportive Services Space: This Jail Reuse Feasibility Option involves renovating and reusing the City's Jail building as a converted homeless shelter with supportive services space. Advantages (Strengths) - The Jail site location provides several advantages regarding public amenities such as (a) public transportation access, (b) ADA accessible path of travel, (c) public parking, and (d) proximity to the City Police Department. - The detention facility could be modified to meet the typical needs of homeless individuals including (a) shelter, (b) food, (c) clothing, and (d) security. Laundry and hygiene services can also be offered. Meals from the existing kitchen can also be prepared and made available. Personal property storage is also available. The existing Santa Ana Jail facility and Functional Use Areas (FUA) provides many advantages to be reused as a homeless shelter. The existing cells provide housing, bedding, toilet room amenities including ADA accessible toilet rooms and showers. The existing day rooms provide open space for people to socialize and move about. Other Important amenities such as kitchen, dining and laundry space which is necessity for the care of homeless people is also contained in the Jail. The existing Jail facility provides many advantages regarding security and monitoring such as the proximity to the existing Police Department including the overall design layout of the facility which provides efficient line -of -sight and monitoring. The building's sallyport provides a high level of security when transporting people that may be a danger to themselves or others. The fire alarm system provides the facility with the necessary fire life safety requirements for housing people. 22 65A-29