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Exhibit A: Site Plan
ExhibitB: Sub-consultant list
ExhibitC: Clovis Regional Library Building Program ·
Exhibit D: County Building Design Standards
Exhibit E: Hourly Rates
Exhibit F-:-PtJblic Contract Code Section 22300
Exhibit G: Con_flict of Interest
Exhibit H: Self Dealing transaction Form
Budget Units: 7530, 4360
Account: 8150,7295
Program: 85519, 00014
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EXHIBIT A
New Fresno County Clovis Library
SUB-CONSULTANT LIST
a.Structural Engineer
Firm: Parrish Hansen, Inc.
Contact: Robert Parrish, S.E., President
Address: 418 Clovis Avenue, Clovis, CA 93612
Phone: (559) 323-1023
b.Mechanical Engineer
(HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Sprinklers)
Firm: Mechanical Design Concepts
Contact: Steve Becker, P.E., Principal
Address: 1060 W. Sierra Suite 101, Fresno, CA 93711
Phone: (559) 437-0376
c.Electrical Engineer
(Power, Lighting, Data/Com/FA, Security)
Firm: Hardin Davidson Engineering
Contact: Rich Hardin, P.E., President
Address: 356 Pollasky, Suite 200, Clovis, CA 93612
Phone: (559) 323-4995
d. Landscape Architect
(Planting & Irrigation)
Firm: Robert Boro Landscape Architects
Contact: Robert Boro
Address: 985 Van Ness Avenue, Fresno, CA 93728
Phone: (559) 266-4367
e. Cost Estimating
Firm: O’Connor Construction Manager
Contact: Robert Muir, M.AIB, RQS, CPE
Address: 1300 Clay Street, Suite 900, Oakland, CA 94612
Phone:(925) 426-1578
EXHIBIT B
CLOVIS REGIONAL LIBRARY
BUILDING PROGRAM SEPTEMBER 2016
EXHIBIT C
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Table of Contents
I.Overview and Introduction 5
a. General Introduction to the Project and Schedule
b.Discussion of the Library Building Program to the Architectural Design Process
II.Background Information About the Library and Parent Institution 5
a.Brief History of the Library
b.Brief History of Clovis
c.Description of the Service Area and User Groups, Present and Future
d.Mission, Goals, and Strategic Directions
e.Finances for Library Operations and Capital Funding
f.Projected Services
III.Overview of Requirements for Proposed Building Project 8
a.Description of the Site
b.Building Size and Levels
IV.Exterior Considerations 8
a.Landscaping
b.Patio/Outdoor Seating
c.Bike Racks
d.Parking
e.Signage
f. Visibility and Appearance of Building
g.Lighting
h.Security
V.General Requirements of Library Building 10
a.Functionality
b.Theme & Interior Design
c.Occupancy by Staff and Customers
d.Type and Size of Collection by Area
e.Flexibility and Expandability
f.Staff Efficiency
g.Energy Efficiency
h.Fenestration
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Table of Contents
V.General Requirements of Library Building [Continued]
i.Interior Materials and Finishes
j.Access for the Disabled
k.Acoustics
l.Environmental Conditions (HVAC)
m.Illumination
n.Safety and Security
o.Signage
p.Power and Data Communication Requirements
q.Restrooms
r.Master List of Furniture and Equipment
VI.Space Descriptions & Spatial Relationships 26
a.Library Division Square Foot Estimate
b.Spatial Relationships for All Library Divisions
i. Bubble Diagram
c.Divisions, Spaces and Adjacencies
i.Lobby
ii.Self‐Check Stations
iii. Service Desk
iv.Computer & Mobile Device Charging Area
v.Copy Center
vi.Teen Space
vii.Meeting Room (Large)
viii.Study & Meeting Rooms
ix.Quiet Room
x.Collections on Main Floor
xi.Children’s Room
xii.Innovation Lab
xiii.Restrooms
xiv.Staff Areas
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Table of Contents [Continued]
VII.Summary of Facility Space Requirements 29
a.Project Cost Estimate
VIII.Appendices 30
a.Library’s Strategic Plan 31
b.Service Area Map 33
c.Area Map of Proposed Site 34
d.Photos of Proposed Site 35
e.Shelving Plan 36
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I.Overview and Introduction
a.General Introduction to the Project and Schedule
The City of Clovis has purchased 5.7 acres of land northeast of Clovis and Third Avenues for an
extended campus of their civic center, which will house a new library, a senior center, and a transit
hub. This will replace the 8,600 square foot building currently located in the City’s main civic center
campus on Fifth Street. While the land was purchased by the City of Clovis, all construction costs
for the new library branch will fall to the Fresno County Public Library. A memorandum of
understanding between the City of Clovis and Fresno County Public Library discloses that the
Library will join the City in its selection process to hire one architect for all three buildings in the
new civic center, in an effort to reach an economy of scale and maximize efficiencies. The Library
plans to use Measure B reserve funds to subsidize construction costs (estimated $8m) and plans to
fundraise an estimated $4m for furniture, fixtures and equipment, with an opening in 2018.
b.Discussion of the Library Building Program to the Architectural Design Process
The building program is presented as a document to architects during the interview and contract
process. The architects are instructed that they must design a building that meets this building
program. While libraries are typically designed using an “inside out” model, meaning the needs of
the building inside dictate the exterior style, the architect for this building project must work with
the City of Clovis to ensure the exterior design compliments the other buildings on the campus.
The process starts with a chart of adjacency requirements, progresses to a bubble diagram, which
lead to preliminary floorplans. Several iterations may follow. At this time, community meetings
are held in order to receive input for the proposed layout and architectural theme. Architects then
spend further time refining the site and interior layout and finally implement the theme and
exterior design. Staff constantly reviews the design to ensure that the elements requested in the
building program are represented in the design. The entire package is then represented to the
community for review. This completes the conceptual phase and a critical and key design phase.
The building program continues to play a guiding role as the architect(s) enter subsequent phases.
For example, staff meets with the architects and engineers for electrical, data, HVAC and lighting
requirements to make sure the detail of the building program is implemented. Conversations with
the architects and engineers occasionally lead to refining some details of the building program.
II.Background Information About the Library and Parent Institution
a.Brief History of the Library
The current Clovis Regional Library was built in 1976 at 8,600 square feet. The population at the
time of construction was roughly 25,000 people—a number which has quadrupled in the last four
decades. The current facility cannot meet the needs of the community relative to its size.
Still, the Clovis Library remains amongst the busiest branches in the Fresno County Public Library
system, consistently ranking second in annual reports measuring circulation, visitors, number of
events, and number of program attendees. There is no doubt that once the new building opens,
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the current statistics will skyrocket. The new facility must be designed as a thriving, bustling
epicenter of the community.
Library buildings are long‐term investments into the community, so when designing such a facility
architects should look as far as 50 or 100 years into the future. The key is to provide a facility that
is so flexible that it can easily adapt as demands and technologies change.
b.Brief History of Clovis
Clovis Library serves a community of more than 102,000 residents within the city limits and
thousands more in the unincorporated county areas. Since 2010, population rates increase roughly
1% each year, with a projected population of 108,570 residents by 2020. More than 7,500
businesses call Clovis home. As a regional facility it is expected the service base will be more in line
with approximately 200,000 drawing in residents from surrounding communities.
The residents of Clovis take much pride in their community, referring to Clovis as “a way of life”.
There are many distinct cultural events throughout the year in Clovis. Downtown business owners
often work together to host seasonal events, such as the Old Town Flea Market, Wine Walk, or the
weekly farmers’ market. Clovis is known for its association with all things Western, from the Clovis
Rodeo and Big Hat Days to the Western‐style architecture of its buildings. Subtle elements of this
‘cowboy culture’ should be evident in the new Library’s design, but should not overpower the
overall aesthetic.
c.Description of the Service Area and User Groups, Present and Future
The new Clovis Library will remain a regional facility, and at 30,000 square feet will be the largest
of all branches outside the Central Library. Each regional branch in the Fresno County Public Library
system serves the surrounding regions as well as the local community in which it is located. The
new facility will serve not only the residents of Clovis but those in the unincorporated areas of
Northeast Fresno County. Neighboring libraries include: the Woodward Park Library (distance: 6.5
miles), located at Champlain and Perrin in Fresno; the Betty Rodriguez Library at Cedar and Shields
in Fresno (distance: 6.1 miles); and the Sierra Vista 24/7 Library located in the Sierra Vista Mall in
Clovis (distance: 1.5 miles).
Many schools in the Clovis Unified School District are served by the Clovis Regional Library. In
addition to several elementary schools, Clovis High School and Clark Intermediate School are in
close proximity. At the current location on Fifth Street, many students from Clark walk across the
street daily after school. It is expected they will continue to walk the two additional blocks north
to the new location.
The new facility will be located adjacent to the Old Town Clovis Trail, which is a popular recreation
trail that winds through the city. It will also share proximity with Old Town Clovis, which includes
many shops and restaurants.
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According to US Census data as displayed in the table below, residents of Clovis are more likely
than other Fresno County residents to be: college educated, home owners, white, and speak no
other language than English. Statewide comparisons are provided as well.
Demographic California Clovis
(city)
Fresno
County
Race—White 39% 58% 31%
Race—Hispanic 39% 26% 52%
Language—other than English spoken
at home 44% 23% 44%
Education—bachelor’s degree 31% 30% 20%
Housing—own a home 55% 62% 54%
Median household income (2009‐2013) $61,489 $65,260 $45,563
Lives Below Poverty level (2009‐2013) 16% 13% 26%
As stated previously, the projected population of Clovis by 2020 is 108,570. The population of the
Fresno County Public Library jurisdiction overall has increased by 16% in the last decade to 910,000,
growing faster than the statewide rate of 10%. This includes a higher share of young people than
the state average.
d. Mission, Goals and Strategic Directions
The Library’s mission, goals and strategic directions for 2016‐2019 are included in Appendix A.
These are currently under review and may be revised during the course of this building project.
e. Finances for Library Operations and Capital Funding
All Library activities, including capital projects are funded through the Library’s main funding
streams: property tax and Measure B sales tax revenues. Additional monies are available only
through private donation. The Library plans to fundraise for the furniture, fixtures and equipment
(FF&E).
f. Projected Services
i. The Clovis Regional Library will be open sixty‐nine (69) hours a week, seven (7) days a
week.
ii. Primary emphasis will be on popular reading materials and those for independent
learning, with an additional emphasis on children’s materials.
iii. An Early Learning Center will provide an area for children and families to interact,
encouraging the development of early literacy skills.
iv. Library programs are held both inside the library and offsite.
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1. At least four different kinds of programs for children will be offered each week,
42 weeks per year.
2. At least three programs for teens and adults will also be offered per month, 12
months per year.
v. Lifelong learning and creative exploration will be encouraged through the use of the
Library’s Innovation Lab.
vi. Job readiness and college preparedness will be encouraged through the Library’s
computers, copy center, and online databases.
vii. The Library will be a community destination through the use of its many study rooms,
meeting rooms, and gathering spaces.
viii. Current technology will be employed throughout the building, offering WiFi, desktop
computers, laptops and tablets for checkout, and many charging stations.
III. Overview of Requirements for Proposed Building Project
a. Description of the Site
The site of the new Clovis Regional Library is located just northeast of Clovis Ave and Third Ave in
Clovis, just steps east of the Old Town Clovis Trail. It will share a campus with the new senior center
and transit hub. There will be parking for each building, with spots reserved for both car pool and
low‐emission vehicles. There is no existing building; this is a new construction project.
b. Building Size and Levels
The new Clovis Regional Library will be approximately 30,000 square feet. It will be a single level
facility.
IV. Exterior Considerations
a. Landscaping
The Library requests a garden‐like setting around the building, with outdoor benches and paths
connecting to the Old Town Clovis Trail. Landscaping and irrigation do not currently exist and will
be part of the building project. The architect will consult with a landscape architect. It is expected
xeriscaping will be used to address the drought conditions of the region and to proactively conserve
resources. The architect, landscape architect, Library and City of Clovis will work together as a team
to create a mutually agreeable landscape that transitions people from inside the library to the
garden‐like setting, then again to the parking lot or other destinations like the trail or transit hub.
b. Patio/Outdoor Seating
In addition to benches throughout the landscaping, there shall be a covered, outdoor space for
events. Three concrete patio tables, approximately 5 feet in diameter with benches are required.
Artwork suitable to the outdoors (e.g.: bronze statuary) are desired.
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c.Bike Racks
As the Library will be adjacent to a popular recreation trail, at least four multi‐use racks for safely
securing bicycles, jogger strollers, etc. are required.
d.Parking
Parking spots in the civic center will be shared by those visiting the Library or senior center, or by
those who are using the transit hub. It is expected that:
i.County requirements for number of stalls will be met.
ii.Access to the parking area will provide maximum safety. A passenger drop off zone is
desirable.
iii.There will be a loading zone near the delivery entrance to the building.
iv.There will be a convenient way for customers to return materials.
1.A drive up book drop that deposits materials directly into the building is most
desirable, allowing customers to return materials without getting out of their
vehicles.
2.A second option is providing 2‐3 loading zone spots near the exterior book drop
that deposits materials directly into the building.
v.The public entrance(s) will be clearly visible and directly linked to public parking.
e.Signage
Outdoor Signs are useful reminders of a Library’s availability, not just its location.
i.This building shall be identified as a branch of the Fresno County Public Library. The County
Librarian shall determine exact wording. The exterior building sign shall be well lit and
visible to the surrounding parking area and shall comply with applicable signage standards.
ii.In accordance with City bylaws, directional signs shall be placed on Clovis Avenue and
Third Avenue.
iii.Speed of vehicular traffic should be considered in determining exterior sign size.
f.Visibility and Appearance of Building
i.The exterior of the Library will be designed to complement the other buildings on the civic
center campus. However, it should be extremely clear to passersby that the facility is a
Library. It should convey both the culture of the community and the dignity appropriate to
a building of cultural and educational significance. All exterior materials shall meet current
code standards, shall be of durable vandal‐proof materials requiring minimal maintenance,
and shall be environmentally safe.
ii.No portion of the building exterior should create an area where people can congregate
without being seen.
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g. Lighting
i. The Library entrances, emergency exits, book drop depository, adjacent walkways, and
immediate landscape should be well lighted for public safety and building security.
ii. Photovoltaic timers should be used wherever possible.
iii. Special care should be taken to ensure lighting installation dovetails with security camera
placement, ensuring proper synchronicity when reviewing security video footage.
h. Security
The most up‐to‐date security cameras shall be installed around the perimeter of the building,
with surveillance capturing entrances, exits, parking lot, and all other areas around the building.
General Requirements of Library Building
a. Functionality
A library building is designed from the inside out. Proper relationships between the interior
spaces are critical in order for the library to function. Visual, acoustic, color, floor covering, and
other building elements subliminally define these interrelationships. Key examples are listed
below.
i. The design should allow visual control by staff of most of the facility; however, customers
should feel only a general sense of surveillance.
ii. Public entrances should relate to staff at the service desk. If a second public entrance is
required for any reason, and that entrance is not within proximity to the main service desk,
it must be supervised by staff at a second service desk. The Library can look at alternatives
to traditional service desks, such as host/hostess stands like at restaurants or hand‐held
tablets and headsets, similar to retail stores.
iii. Good visual control of emergency exits is required.
iv. Visual control should also be strong in potentially troublesome areas, such as the
entrance to public restrooms, near water fountains, etc.
v. Once inside, visitors should be immediately oriented to the major areas of the Library:
Children’s Room, Popular Materials, Meeting Room, Innovation Lab, etc.
b. Theme and Interior Design
The Library wishes to honor the past, while looking toward the future. The architectural team will
work with the Library on theme and interior design. The Library desires a state‐of‐the art facility
with a nod to the city’s Western culture built into a streamlined and modern environment, all the
while maintaining the existing branch’s cozy feeling. The end result needs to feel sophisticated,
modern, and yet a place where everyone feels instantly at home.
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c. Occupancy by Staff and Customers
The following is subject to review, based upon spatial or financial limitations.
Area Type Number
‐‐ Staff 18
‐‐ Volunteers 3
General Auditorium/Meeting Room 300
General Desktop computer stations 20
General 4‐person tables, charging devices (various designs) (5) 20
General 2‐person tables, charging devices (various designs) (5) 10
General Lounge chairs, charging devices (6) 12
Quiet Room 4‐person tables (2) 8
Quiet Room 2‐person tables (4) 8
Quiet Room Lounge chairs (4) 4
Quiet Room Loveseat (2) 4
Innovation Lab Task chairs 10
Teen Area Benches or Bleachers 12
Study/Meeting Room 1 Table/Chair that seats 10 10
Study/Meeting Room 2 Table/Chair that seats 20 20
Study/Meeting Room 3 Table/Chair that seats 40 40
Children’s Room Tables & Chairs (5) 20
Children’s Room
(Story room)
Story Room amphitheater plus occasional tables/chairs for crafts 150
Children’s Room Early Learning Center: Read with Me chairs (2) + 2 comfy cushions 6
Children’s Room Lounge Chairs for adults (4); Bench for children (10) 14
Children’s Room Window seating 12
Total 701
Indoor Seating
Seating for the public will include a variety of types, reflecting the architectural theme and
design. Selection for seating will be intentional with attention paid first to functionality.
Additional considerations are durability, safety and aesthetics. All seats must have a
purpose both for customer use and within the greater design of the building. Window
seats may be included.
1. Upholstered seating should be selected judiciously and only when absolutely necessary
to the success of the buildings’ design and function. Fabrics must be sturdy, easy to
clean and soil resistant.
2. Customer safety is paramount and should be considered when selecting wheels that
come with castors or wheels.
3. Tables are to be no more than four seats as research has shown that larger tables are
not used. Two‐seat tables are desirable as well. With each selection, consideration
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must be made regarding the charging devices and if the table or piece of furniture
could provide an outlet or USB port for charging.
4. Meeting Room tables should be lightweight, durable, easily stacked or put away, and
simple to rearrange, since both staff and customers will be handling them.
d. Type and Size of Collection by Area
The shelving layout should define reader areas, and also break up large expanses into more intimate
spaces. Customers want to feel as though they’ve discovered their very own nook to settle in, and yet
staff must not lose sight control over the building. Employees will be roving while helping customers,
but every effort must be made to provide clean lines of sight from the central service desk. Every
attempt must also be made to locate rows of shelving so that the books can be grouped logically
according to the library classification scheme. Care should be taken not to create overly long ranges.
Groupings of six to 10 sections to create a range are appropriate. General principles are summarized
here.
i. The different areas of the Library are: Popular Materials (includes New & Now browsing,
plus adult and teen media); Nonfiction (includes Adult and teen nonfiction, as well as
reference); Adult Reading (includes all genres, graphic novels, large print of all kinds,
audiobooks); Teen Reading (fiction, graphic novels, audiobooks); Adult Magazines (housed
in the Quiet Room); World Languages (Spanish print and media for adults and teens; all
other world language materials for adults); Children’s Room (Ages 0‐5, school age K‐6th,
homework center, parents’ shelf, movies, music, Spanish and world languages).
ii. Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment: equipment is comprised of regular library stacks and
display racks for books, CDs, DVDs, future formats, and periodicals.
Shelving layout and bookshelf height in each area influence storage efficiency. In general, 78 inch, five
shelf‐high units should be used throughout the Adult areas. No items are to be stored on the bottom
or top shelves, though in times of great need, a sixth shelf can be added in areas where display and
merchandising is not compromised.
iii. In the Teen area, 66‐inch, five‐shelf high units shall be used.
iv. Children’s shelves should not exceed 42 inches and the number of shelves will vary by
collection.
v. The Popular Materials section houses both the Library’s New & Now browsing collection
and its media. Special care must be taken in selecting the media shelving, as well as the
shelves to display the high traffic, popular books in this area. Total volumes checked in at
any time will be estimated at 850 books, 3,000 CDs and 12,000 DVDs. Because this is a
browsing collection of the Library’s most popular materials, special care should be taken
to find the most innovative ways to shelve and display these collections.
vi. Periodical shelving will go into the teen area (66”h and 2, 10” shelves), the Children’s room
(42”h and 2, 10” shelves), and the Quiet room for the Adult magazines (66’ h and 2, 10”
shelves).
vii. For in‐depth shelving plan, see Appendix E.
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e.Flexibility and Expandability
Library trends change over time. Historically, customers would visit the library seeking answers
only found in large reference books, or check out the numerous items for reading enjoyment. Over
time the focus shifted from customers primarily seeking answers from librarians or books to
customers utilizing the Library’s Internet connection for information and entertainment, while
continuing to use the Library’s print collection for entertainment or life enrichment. As we move
into an exciting technology‐driven future, we see yet another shift. Where customers have been
utilizing the Library as a means of consumption {information, entertainment, access}, we now see
people drawn to libraries as a place where creation happens. From crafts after to storytime, to
STEM‐based contests with teens, to adults accessing our Innovation Labs to use our 3D Printers,
our customers are making things—and as a result, contributing to the collective knowledge in our
communities. Library design must understand the shifts in Library trends and acknowledge that
there will be unforeseen shifts in how we deliver service. We may not be able to anticipate the
specific trends, but the library design must be flexible enough to adapt and welcome what comes.
vi.The Library space must be durable and adaptable, and include features such as a raised
floor system for the distribution of critical services (power, voice, data, and HVAC) and
mobile workstations and storage.
vii.Computer technology continues to affect the way libraries function and, as a result, the
way they are planned and designed. The electric and wiring needs of modern‐day public
libraries must accommodate changing technology. Public libraries must be able to support
wired and wireless connections to digital communications from networks within and from
outside the library. Outside digital communication systems include the Internet, area
networks, public telephone networks, and networks accessed through digital service
providers (such as cable companies) that utilize copper wire, cable, wireless, or fiber‐optic
capabilities.
viii.The building must have the infrastructure in place to support the use of wireless
communication technologies, in order to allow library staff members to roam throughout
building with a mobile device, without being bound to a service desk. Staff should be able
to help customers where the customer is, not expect customers to come to them.
f.Staff Efficiency
Efficiencies should be identified and developed at every turn. This includes utilizing design
elements which employ human efficiency measures as well. Examples where efficiencies can be
found are below, but additional efficiencies should be identified through the design process.
ix.Service desk. In this facility there will be one service desk in the main area. Customers can
have all their Library needs met there: check out or return materials, ask questions, pay
fines, reserve meeting rooms, etc. Because the children’s room is separated by walls and
the line of sight is obscured, a separate point of service is required. However, a service desk
may not be. Staff can roam in the children’s area with tablets, or set up at a table with a
portable sign.
x.Adjacency. When the main service desk is connected to or in close proximity to the staff
work area, employees who are working at their assigned work stations are able to assist
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those at the service desk at times of high volume. The service area should be visible from
the work area without the employees or work area being visible to the public. In addition,
there should be mechanisms in place for staff at the service desk to communicate quickly
with the staff in the work room (i.e. easily call for back up).
xi. RFID. Efficiencies can be reached through the use of self‐checkout stations, utilizing RFID
technology. Customers who choose to be self‐sufficient may come into the Library and use
a computer, pay a fine online, and check out a few books – all without speaking to staff.
While staff efficiencies should be used whenever possible, the user experience should never be
compromised. Each potential savings must be measured against how it will affect customer service,
which is of utmost importance.
g. Energy Efficiency
The Library should be recognized as a “green” facility. To that end, design should address
minimizing the negative impact the building will have on the local environment, and if possible
create a positive impact. Reducing the use of water and energy by designing in a way that
maximizes the use of natural and renewable resources is preferred. Integrating actual greenery
and vegetation into the building and site design using drought resistant and/or native vegetation
is required. In addition, maintaining high standards of indoor air quality in necessary to help
ensure the health of the people who inhabit the building. LEED Certification should be considered.
Design must balance the conflicting needs of users and library materials. One of the central themes
of the library's mission is to preserve knowledge, so that it can be passed on to future generations.
For over a thousand years books have been the dominant way to do that. While theInternet has
become the information medium of choice for many, books still play a very important role in the
preservation of knowledge. In order to be preserved, books must be kept away from extreme
temperatures, moisture, and sunlight. In contrast, many individuals find sunlight to be the most
enjoyable light for reading. Sunlight also plays a major role in green design, because it can be used
to reduce the reliance on artificial lighting. Skylights should be added wherever possible and when
it can be logically incorporated into the building’s design.
The design must also address the weight of books and other library materials. A common strategy
in green design is to raise the floors to increase circulation, but the weight of the stacks can be an
impediment to this strategy. Libraries need to be built flexibly, in order to make room for
expansions in size and in wiring capabilities. These obstacles by no means present insurmountable
challenges to green libraries. The special needs of the library just need to be taken into
consideration from the beginning of the project.
Below are considerations for a sustainable facility:
i. Is the building designed and constructed in ways that preserve the natural outdoor
environment and promote a healthful indoor habitat?
ii. Is the building designed to avoid adversely impacting the natural state of the air, land, and
water, by using resources and methods that minimize pollution and waste?
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iii. Is the building designed to maximize passive and natural sources of heating, cooling,
ventilation, and lighting?
iv. Are innovative strategies and technologies employed such as porous paving to conserve
water, reduce effluent and run‐off, thus recharging the water table?
v. Is the project planned to reduce the need for individual automobiles, use alternative fuels,
and encourage public and alternate modes of transportation?
vi. Is the building constructed and operated using materials, methods, and mechanical and
electrical systems that ensure a healthful indoor air quality while avoiding contamination by
carcinogens, volatile organic compounds, fungi, molds, bacteria, and other known toxins?
vii. Are the HVAC system's outdoor air intakes located as high as possible above the ground and
far enough away from the exhaust ducts to reduce the intake of ground level air pollution?
viii. Are stainless‐steel‐strip bird guards installed over the horizontal rooftop outdoor air intakes
to prevent birds from settling on the grating and polluting the shafts below?
ix. Does the HVAC have an efficiency air filtration system with pre‐filters and final filters at 30 %
and 85% efficiency respectively?
x. Are air filters designed to be easy to access and clean and/or replace? See WBDG Sustainable
O&M Practices.
xi. Has the exposed fiberglass within the HVAC system been encapsulated to eliminate
amplification sites for fungal and bacterial micro‐organisms?
xii. Is the rate of ventilation with outdoor air at least 25 cubic feet per minute?
xiii. Are copy rooms, rooms with 3D printers or laser cutters, and similar spaces that emit possibly
toxic substances equipped with their own dedicated air exhaust systems?
xiv. Is particleboard that emits formaldehyde emissions prohibited in the building? See WBDG
Evaluating and Selecting Green Products.
xv. Is furniture constructed without particleboard that emits formaldehyde? See WBDG
Evaluating and Selecting Green Products.
xvi. Are only solvent‐free paints specified for the project? See WBDG Evaluating and Selecting
Green Products.
xvii. Are low‐emitting, solvent‐free adhesives specified for the project? See WBDG Evaluating and
Selecting Green Products.
h. Fenestration
The arrangement, proportioning, and design of windows and doors in the building must provide
for ADA access, maximum natural light, and controlled access. Emergency exits must be clearly
marked and alarmed. Windows must have proper shading or filament lining to provide protection
to library materials, reduce heat and damaging effects of the sun while still providing maximum
light.
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i.Interior Materials and Finishes
Interior materials and finishes shall: meet code requirements; be of attractive, durable materials
that require minimal maintenance; and be environmentally safe. In the selection of interior
finishes, factors such as durability, ease of cleaning, potential repair, replacement costs and
resistance to vandalism need to be considered.
xii.Floors
1.Structural capacity of floors shall meet library load and seismic requirements.
2.Multiple surfaces are to be used to spatially define various areas of the library,
ensuring that all flooring choices fit within the facility’s theme and overall design.
3.Carpeting is preferred for children’s areas and quiet rooms. Carpeting shall be anti‐
static, woven, commercial grade and glued down without padding. It shall be
designed for easy replacement of high wear areas.
4.The architect will write specifications to ensure that high‐quality, durable flooring
is chosen and properly installed in every facet of the facility.
5.Non‐skid surfaces are recommended for the staff Lounge and storage areas.
6.Slip‐resistant tile surfaces or cement flooring is recommended for the restrooms.
7.Provide for rubber mats which can be removed for cleaning at entrances in order
to capture track off dirt and debris. A high‐traffic grade carpet should be chosen at
the entrance for walk‐off purposes.
8.Anti‐fatigue mats are required at service desks. Other staff work stations should
be examined and the best flooring to meet comfort and efficiency needs
determined.
xiii.Ceilings
1.An industrial, open‐beam style of ceiling is preferred.
2.Acoustically treated materials for sound absorption should be considered.
3.All materials must be neutral or white tones for ultimate dissemination of light.
4.In some specific areas, materials less neutral in tone and texture may be applied
to enhance themes and ambience.
xiv. Walls
1.Provide display surfaces such as tack board or dry erase marker surfaces in
locations specified, such as the Children’s Room, the Meeting Room(s) or for
community information boards.
2.At locations where book stacks are to be placed, ensure stacks and walls are
seismically anchored.
3.Include a way to display art in entry way, Quiet Room, and Meeting Room(s) if
possible.
4.Pay careful attention to walls on which shelving will be anchored to avoid
conflicts among items such as light switch placement, fire extinguisher
placement, thermometers, etc.
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j.Access for the Disabled
xv.ADA requirements must be met in all design elements, including, but not limited to:
1.Walkways and parking.
2.Aisles, counter heights, and restrooms.
3.Public computer workstation.
4.Public self‐checkout station.
k.Acoustics
xvi.Good acoustics are essential in a modern library. A busy library branch is bustling with
sounds and activities, and the facility should be designed with an attempt to mitigate this
noise as much as possible.
xvii.Flooring, wall and furniture surfaces should also be selected based on the contribution to
the acoustics balance throughout the building.
xviii.Special consideration should be given to preventing the disruption of designated quiet
areas by noise levels in places such as the Children’s Room, Teen Area, Innovation Lab or
Service Desk.
l.Environmental Conditions (HVAC)
xix.Good quality air distribution is even more important than temperature settings. Humidity
should also be controlled, both for human comfort and the preservation of book paper
and bindings.
xx.The consulting engineers are to provide an effective filter system to reduce particulate
matter in the interior environment if possible. The cost of such a system should be offset
by reductions in the time maintenance staff spend dusting. A slightly positive air pressure
in the library would further contribute to this goal.
xxi.Zone building so that HVAC can be controlled independently if possible. For example the
larger meeting room should be provided with its own HVAC controls, so that its use can be
restricted to the time when the room is occupied, thus achieving environmental
efficiencies.
m.Illumination
Libraries are about books, people and light. How the library is lighted can make the difference
between a bland gray industrial look and an exciting glorious space in which the materials become
the decoration and people have a marvelous choice of sunlit reading and study spaces and cozy
comfortable individual study carrels.
xxii. Lighting control must be available for each area with light switches conveniently located at
staff entrances and at the Service Desk. No switches should be located in the public area.
Night lighting switches should be near the door that staff exits at night. Lights can be
controlled by a central timer and be motion activated as well.
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xxiii. Considerations for lighting that may be useful in achieving a beautiful and functional library
include:
1. Have the orientation such that people walk towards natural light.
2. Place windows in the direction of travel as people walk around the building,
especially in the book stacks.
3. Stacks should be oriented so one never walks down stack aisles towards a blank
wall. If windows cannot be placed, book displays or flat screen monitors should be
positioned so that people have something to look at.
4. Library lighting should be inviting to make reading and other work a simpler task.
5. Natural light should be utilized whenever possible to bring the outdoors in, evoking
the sense of calm and peace which a library should provide and saving energy as
well.
6. Large panels of glass should be able to keep the inside at proper ambient
temperatures in summer and winter, while still allowing plenty of light in.
7. South‐facing windows tend to have the longest hours of light but can also be
problematic, often allowing in very harsh light, requiring expensive shades to
lessen it at certain times of day. South‐facing windows are also difficult to keep
looking clean, with such intense light coming through for such long periods of time.
Finding a way to utilize the southern sun without it being in people's faces is a
challenge. On the other hand, indirect light from the north, west and east can be
wonderful much of the day. People are often drawn to it, while shying away from
the glare of harsher light.
8. Staff office areas will include natural light and windows if possible.
xxiv. Maintained lighting intensity will be measured at:
1. Public service desks: 50 foot candles measured horizontally at the counter top.
2. Staff areas: 50 foot candles.
3. Conference room: 30‐40 foot candles with dimmers.
Meeting rooms: 40 foot candles average with “zoned” lighting on dimmers.
4. Reading areas: 30‐40 foot candles.
xxv. In areas where electrical light is needed, recessed ceiling lighting which has good longevity
and does not hum is important. The warm glow of lamps in some reading areas will be
welcome. Lamps provide a homey feel, inviting people to relax, get comfortable, and read.
xxvi. Controlling Sunlight
1. Ultraviolet light from the sun damages paper and bindings. Use overhangs and
awnings to control direct sunlight. New products, such as high E windows and
fritted glass, are available that filter sunlight and reduce the heat gain that formerly
made perimeter window seats unusable in hot summer days.
2. Avoid direct skylights over staff work or user locations.
3. Indirect natural sunlight is wonderful for library users and should be introduced
into all library areas where possible.
4. Consider clerestory windows set back from the side walls to bring natural indirect
light into the middle of the facility.
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xxvii. Controlling Glare
1. In many libraries designed before energy conservation, large numbers of
fluorescent lamps were placed in the ceiling to mimic the effect of skylights. People
in these libraries suffered from glare, which often produced headaches.
2. Select lenses for light fixtures that will diffuse light and prevent glare. These can
be simple egg‐crates or more directional parabolic units.
3. In some areas of the library where a variety of tasks are performed in close
proximity, it will be useful to consider a system that will deliver uniform indirect
light over the entire area. This can be accomplished by installing indirect lighting
fixtures under a white reflective ceiling so that the light will shine up and be
diffused by the ceiling over a wide area. This indirect light strikes the viewing
surfaces from many angles thus diffusing glare and providing a comfortable
reading level for most tasks. If the light source is hidden from view there will be no
glare from the light source to disturb long‐term users.
4. Spot lighting of exhibits of interesting books throughout the library will add to the
color and interest of the browsing experience.
xxviii. Lamp choices
1. Consider LED lamps that have long life and consume the least amount of power
wherever possible.
2. Provide an array of table reading lamps, some with power connectivity.
xxix. Lamp color
1. Natural full spectrum lighting should be used as a health benefit as well as making
the library more attractive.
xxx. Book stack lighting
1. It is possible to light book stacks indirectly, however the narrow book spines and
small type are often difficult to see in dim light.
2. Direct lighting of book stacks with fixtures that run parallel to the stack ranges and
are hung from the ceiling will dramatize the materials and may result in more use
of materials.
3. LED lighting may be useful for book display purposes.
xxxi. Sustainable design concerns and operating cost
1. Consideration must be given to heat gain from lighting when looking at air
conditioning and heating control.
2. Maintenance, ease of replacement, and fixture cleaning as well as energy
efficiency (electronic ballasts), life of lamps, and initial and replacement cost
should be considered in selecting and locating fixtures. In one FCPL library a boom
lift is required to change fixtures, making it very cost prohibitive.
3. Costs for electricity and maintenance will increase, so select fixtures, lenses and
lamps that are easy to clean and replace and burn cool for longer life.
4. Use low intensity light in non‐reading areas, such as traffic aisles.
5. Control glare and reflection by diffusers, louvers and light locations.
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6. Let users control task lighting through the use of table and floor lamps.
7. White ceilings and white walls will increase light, especially in small rooms.
8. Limit light intensity variation in small rooms or in contiguous areas.
9. Consider LEDs that burn longer and require less energy per lumen output than
many other types of lighting.
xxxii. Floor coverings
1. Light colored reflective floor materials increase light on bottom shelves as
compared to carpeting.
2. Cork floors are reflective and absorb sound.
xxxiii. Lighting and graphics
1. Light fixture locations must be coordinated with location of graphics to assure that
light does not obscure signs. This can only be achieved by planning graphics and
lighting at the same time during the project.
xxxiv. Layered lighting
1. Layered lighting combines ambient and task lighting.
a. Ambient Lighting: A low level of ambient lighting will provide for general
illumination. This ambient lighting will be low‐glare, and accomplished by
perimeter luminaires as well as hanging lamps that indirectly reflect light
from a white ceiling.
b. Task Lighting: Non‐glare task lighting is directly related to functions such
as illumination of displays, reading surfaces, and lounge seating. This can
be accomplished by floor or table lamps or recessed ceiling fixtures. Task
lighting should be as adjustable as possible including long, flexible
electrical wires attached to ceiling fixtures that may be easily relocated
when functions change. Task lighting should be capable of being controlled
by the user, with lamps on swivel arms.
xxxv. Wall wash display lighting
1. Perimeter, ceiling‐mounted wall wash book display lighting fixtures should be
installed at least three feet out from the walls and include elliptical reflectors in
order to cast light all the way down the wall.
xxxvi. Marketing materials
1. In the browsing area where the front covers of books, DVDs, videos and CDs are
featured, it may be advisable to supplement the indirect light with dramatic spot
lighting of materials just as in bookstores.
xxxvii. Meeting room lighting
1. In meeting rooms, light dimmers will be especially useful to vary the intensity of
light depending on the program content. The controls for these should be mounted
near the stage or speaker area in the front of the room, and there should be
separate light controls for the stage or podium, the audience, and the aisles.
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n.Safety and Security
xxxviii.Staff Workspaces
1.Safety and security of staff, materials and equipment should be a primary
consideration in locating work areas. Work areas should not be dead‐ended
enclosed space where staff may be confined or isolated with patrons. Staff should
have access to automatic dialing 911 equipment near their work stations. There
must be at least two exits in the staff area. Staff work spaces will be secured via
HIRSCH technology; doors will open only for those staff with identification badges
permitting them access.
xxxix.Public Areas
1.The design should create a sense of privacy for users, while not making them feel
they are under surveillance. There should be no hidden areas; all areas should be
easily supervised from staff work stations. An internal and external monitoring
system with cameras throughout the building sending images to a central position,
like the circulation desk, that always has a staff member present to monitor activity
in the building should be considered. Use of low stacks and furnishing is
encouraged within the rooms, as is the orientation of stacks to allow staff
supervision. The design should allow for the staff to see as much of the Library as
possible from the service desk, while not compromising aesthetic or function.
There should continue to be one public entrance that is fully visible from the
service desk. Other areas of concern include restrooms and the children’s room.
There should be separate restrooms for adults and children that are fully visible to
employees staffing those respective areas.
xl.Safeguarding Property
1.All materials are tagged with radio frequency identification. If an item is removed
from the building without the RFID tag being deactivated, an alarm will sound.
Security gates from the current building will be brought to the new building.
xli.Security system
1.A security system should be maintained that has a direct link to policing services.
xlii.Internet protection.
1.Library policy mandates Internet filtering from all hard wired desktop computers,
as well as any mobile device in the building utilizing the Library’s wireless Internet
connection. Those found to be out of compliance are subject to disciplinary
measures.
xliii.Emergencies
1.Staff must be prepared for natural and man‐made disasters. Response plans are in
place for every building and posted in a high traffic zone of the employee area
(generally, the break room/lounge). Fire drills are practiced annually. The building
must have exits that are not only in compliance with local and federal laws but that
make logical sense to customers who might be exiting during extreme
circumstances.
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xliv. Construction Materials
1. All construction materials that pose a health hazard should be avoided or their
danger mitigated. Flame retardant materials should be used throughout. Audible
and visual fire alarms should be provided throughout the building according to
code, with extinguishers chosen for ease‐of‐use. Smoke and heat sensors must be
provided in all areas including air ducts. Other alarms should warn of heating
system failure and basement flooding. All alarms should continue to be tied
automatically to the Fire Department. The appropriate fire official should be
contacted early in the design phase, to ensure the proper placement of
extinguishers, exit signs, carbon monoxide sensors and alarm boxes. If this is not
done early, it often leads to problems with stack or furniture placement dislocation
due to code restrictions.
o. Signage
A library is to a great extent a self‐service operation, but the wide variety of services and materials
offered by libraries require explanation and guidance. Graphic signs help users find their way to a
particular book with minimal staff assistance. Lighting, furnishings and colors work together with
graphics to assist patrons in differentiating among services. For graphics to work effectively they
must be planned early in the design sequence to coordinate with furnishings, colors and especially
lighting. The following guidelines should be helpful in planning graphics:
Clear, professional signage should delineate each area and service desk. Area signs should
be visible from the library entrance where possible, and should permit the user to orient
themselves immediately on entry.
There should be a library map at the entrance.
A large LED/LCD panel mounted near the Service Desk is an attractive method to display
changing information such as programs, book sales, lectures, etc.
Visual cues like color coding are often more quickly read by those finding their way in new
places.
All stack areas should be clearly marked. Each stack should have its range displayed in
large print on both end panels.
Signage should complement the décor and be consistent throughout the building. ADA
requires Braille.
Library hours should be posted on the front door of the Library, directly where people
entering the building will see it in their line of sight.
o Exceptions to these hours such as special holiday schedules should also be posted
here.
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In selecting size consider background and distance. One‐inch high letters for every 50 feet
of visibility would call for two‐inch high letters on a sign designed to be seen 100 feet
away.
Consider how the sign compares with the background. A dark background sign with light
white letters is easier to read and avoids the glare reflected from a light background.
Use a simple, sans serif, familiar type style that is easily obtainable and easy to read, such
as Helvetica.
Graphics can be esthetically pleasing as well as functional, and should be designed to
coordinate with the architecture and furnishings.
Location, colors, furnishings, lighting and graphics can be helpful in affecting behavior and
locating materials. They should all be coordinated at an early planning stage, not after
construction is completed.
Signs should use positive language. Avoid negative signs, especially large permanent ones
that are difficult to enforce such as "No food in the library".
Flyers, posters, maps and directories may be more useful than signs.
Standard height center point is 54".
Use capitals and lower case rather than all upper case.
Never stack letters one on top of the other, i.e., place the word in a vertical fashion.
Arrow panels used to indicate directions should be produced separately from letter panels
so that letter panels can be changed without changing arrows.
User categories such as teens or children should be identified and destinations charted in
preparation for specifications. Plan by:
o user category
o user destination
o traffic flow
o decision points where patrons pause or turn.
Projected signage using laser beams can be very effective in locating a library building
during the evening.
Signs located on the front of service desks become quickly invisible when library patrons
are standing in front of the desk. Instead use signs raised above the desks.
ADA requirements for type and placement of signs should be consulted.
p.Power and Data Communication Requirements
i.Electrical
1.General: specific electric needs are listed throughout the documents. These should
be displayed on the electrical sheet. The electrical and data specialists must
coordinate and overlay their work.
2.Install battery or atomic clocks in locations as specified in the equipment lists. The
clocks must be easy to read and accessible for changing the time (if the clocks are
not atomic).
3.Provide alternate bid for wiring for a public address system. It will be used to
provide a channel for emergency messages or announcements and for clearing the
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building of users at the close of each day. Speakers should be located in all parts
of the library with individual room controls; final decisions will be made in
conjunction with library staff.
4. Wall outlets are appropriate when carefully planned around shelving and other
furnishing layouts. Outlets away from wall and columns should be flush‐floor
mounted and capped. Floor monuments are not acceptable.
5. Electrical and data outlets shall be integral to furniture wherever possible.
6. Provide power by the front entry for a "people counter".
7. Specific electric needs are listed in the Library Division Section under Electric.
ii. Data Communication Requirements
1. General: a raised floor will be installed for greatest flexibility and adaptability. Data
communications in a modern library are complex and integral to the services of
the library. Care should be given now for building infrastructure that will withstand
change and adaptability in an‐ever evolving digital world.
2. A data communications consultant who specializes in libraries should be part of
the architect’s contract.
3. A separate sheet showing data layout is required.
4. The specialist will prepare the sheet detailing the data distribution system. This
sheet must be harmonious with the electrical specifications.
5. Ground all outlets.
6. Provide a 20 amp circuit for every 4 PCs.
7. Provide a separate 20‐amp circuit for telecommunications equipment with
separate duplex receptacles.
8. Placement of electrical, data, and telephone outlets must be coordinated with the
library’s furniture schedule. This need should be stated on the building plans.
9. The latest version of cabling is to be installed as a part of the construction contract.
10. All conduits will be a minimum of ¾” diameter or larger and allow for inclusion of
additional expansion cables.
11. Telecommunications closet
i. The Library’s network administration experts are to be consulted during
the design and implementation phase of this closet.
ii. An Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) system for the server will be
installed in the telecommunications closet.
iii. A plywood backboard should be mounted for telecommunications
equipment. After schematic design is complete the library will provide a
diagram showing the method it prefers.
iv. Electrical should be at least one foot away from DMARC in the
telecommunications closet.
v. The electric panel in the telecommunications closet shall include one (1)
separate 110 circuit and a battery backup for the telephone system.
vi. Independent temperature and humidity controls will be installed for the
telecommunications room to accommodate the heat load produced by
technology hardware. Adequate ventilation and air circulation will also be
taken into account.
vii. Install one voice line jack.
12. Data and electrical lines are not to be placed in the same conduit.
13. Data conduits are to be provided for multiple terminals on the main floor,
computer and mobile device charging area, children’s room, work room/employee
area, Innovation Lab, service desk, self‐check stations, copy center and meeting
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rooms. Final placement will depend on furniture and equipment layout. When
feasible a wireless system may be substituted as additional ports of access.
14.For all public terminals, cables and wires must be stored out of view.
iii.Telephone
The Architect and the Library shall jointly develop the library telephone system, citing
specific needs at any service point.
q.Restrooms
i.Restrooms shall be in clear view from the service desk on the main floor. There shall also
be a family restroom provided in the Children’s Room.
1.Provide vandal‐resistant material that repels graffiti.
2.Specifications for paper products dispensers are to be approved by Library
maintenance staff.
3.Baby‐changing stations shall be provided in all restrooms.
4.Include floor drains in each restroom.
5.Water fountains shall be installed outside each public restroom.
ii.A staff restroom should be provided in the work room. A shower should be included.
r.Master List of Furniture and Equipment
To be developed jointly with the Library, Architect and Designer.
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VI.Space Descriptions and Spatial Requirements
a.Library Division Square Foot Estimate
The buildable envelope will be 36,000 sq. ft. The building is planned at 30,000 sq. ft. on a
single level.
b.Spatial Relationships for All Library Divisions
i. Bubble Diagram
c.Divisions, Spaces, and Adjacencies
i.Lobby
1.Lobby Contains:
a.Café Cart
b.Community Bulletin Boards
c.Gallery Space for Art
d.Display Cases
e. Friends of the Library book sale
2.Adjacency: Meeting Room
3.Adjacency: Self‐Check Stations
4.Adjacency: Service Desk
ii.Self‐Check Stations
1.Number of Self‐Check Stations: 2
2.Library Catalog Kiosk
3.Adjacency: Service Desk
4.Adjacency: Holds Shelf
5.Adjacency: Lobby
iii. Service Desk
1.Adjacency: Self‐Check Stations
2.Adjacency: Employee work room
3.Adjacency: Computers
4.Adjacency: Lobby
5.Adjacency: Copy Center
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iv. Computers and Mobile Device Charging Area
1. 20 Desktop computer stations
2. 5, four‐person outlet and USB charging table
3. 5, two‐ person outlet and USB charging table
4. 6 charging lounge chairs
5. Library Catalog Kiosk (2)
6. Adjacency: Service Desk
v. Copy Center
1. Adjacency: Service Desk
vi. Teen Space
1. Teen Space contains
a. Teen Reading Collection.
b. Comfortable seating that maximizes use, like carpeted bleachers.
c. Ample charging ports for mobile devices.
d. Library Catalog Kiosk
2. Do not make adjacent to Children’s Room.
vii. Conference Room (Large)
1. Seats 300 people
2. Adjacency: Lobby
viii. Study & Meeting Rooms
1. Study/Meeting Room 1, seats 10 people
a. Adjacency: Children’s Room
2. Study/Meeting Room 2, seats 10 people
a. Adjacency: Teen Zone
3. Study/Meeting Room 3, seats 10 people
a. Adjacency: Teen Zone
4. Study/Meeting Room 4, seats 20 people
5. Study/Meeting Room 5, seats 40 people
ix. Quiet Room
1. Seats 24
x. Collections on main floor:
1. Adult Reading (includes all genres, graphic novels, large print of all kinds,
audiobooks)
2. Nonfiction (includes Adult and teen nonfiction, as well as reference)
3. Popular Materials (includes New & Now browsing, plus adult and teen media)
4. World Languages (Spanish print and media for adults and teens; all other world
language materials for adults)
5. Library Catalog Kiosk
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xi.Children’s Room.
1.Children’s Room Collection, which includes:
a.Ages 0‐5
b.school age K‐6th
c.homework center
d.parents’ shelf
e.movies
f.music
g.Spanish and world languages
2.Story Time Room, which includes:
a.Amphitheater type seating for up to 150 people
b.Storage for craft supplies, puppets, etc.
c.Storage for tables and chairs for up to 50 people (mix of adult and
children’s sizes)
3.Early Learning Center, which includes:
a.Toys which encourage creative play and interactive dialogue between
children and their caregivers, such as play kitchens dress up clothes, etc.
b.Soft furniture that encourages children to get cozy and read. The more
creative, the better.
c.Books and resources that show caregivers how engaging children in
creative play develops early literacy skills.
4.Homework Center Seating
a.Five tables, each seating 4 children
5.Library Catalog Kiosk
6.Restrooms for Children Only
a.Adjacency: Study/Meeting Room 1
xii.Innovation Lab
1.Seats 10.
xiii.Restrooms on main floor for everyone
xiv.Staff Areas
1.Work Room
2.Librarian’s Office
3.Staff Lounge
4.Staff Restroom
5.Storage Room
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VII.Summary of Facility Space Requirements
a.Project Cost Estimate
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VIII.Appendices
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APPENDIX A: Library Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic
Directions
MISSION
Our mission reflects the commitment we are making to the community.
WE ENRICH LIVES AND BUILD COMMUNITY.
VISION
Our vision articulates what success will look like in the future.
A LIBRARY CARD IN EVERY HAND.
VALUES
Our values direct us in our service to the community and interaction with one another.
SERVICE
Making our customers top
priority and offering resources for
and to everyone.
COMMUNITY
Providing opportunities for people to meet,
exchange ideas, collaborate and engage in
the life of their community.
RESPECT
Honoring diversity and individual
perspectives.
INSPIRATION
Inviting the discovery of ideas and learning in
all forms.
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Strategic Directions
I. Support educational and learning opportunities. .
II. Foster community connections.
III. Expand and integrate technology.
IV. Increase public awareness and support.
V. Improve our organizational culture.
VI. Provide a welcoming and safe environment.
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APPENDIX B: Service Area Map
Primary Service Area
Regional Service Area
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APPENDIX C: Area Map of Proposed Site
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APPENDIX D: Aerial Photos of Proposed Site
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Clovis Regional Library Building Program
September 2016
APPENDIX E: Shelving Plan
LocationCollection TypeItems OwnedAdjust for relative circulation Increase 5% some collections% on shelf Volumes on Shelf Shelf TypeItem/Lin FtLin Ft NeededNew & Now Fc New & Now ‐ Print572 1,144 1,201 0.7084166" / 4, 10" shelves + base8 105.1Fc New & Now ‐ Video641 1,282 1,346 0.70942media unit2537.7TOTAL1,213 2,426 2,547 1,783 33 142.8DVDs (Adult & Teen)Fc Adult Eng DVD Biography575760 0.7042 media251.7Fc Adult Eng DVD, Non‐Fic1,211 1,211 1,272 0.70890 media2535.6Fc Adult Eng DVD Fic4,448 13,344 14,011 0.70 9,808 media25 392.3Fc Adult Eng Blu‐Ray878791 0.7064 media252.6Fc Adult Eng Blu‐Ray & DVD Combo454547 0.7033 media301.1Fc Teen DVD Non Fic232324 0.7017 media250.7Fc Teen DVD Fic233233245 0.70171 media256.9TOTAL6,104 15,000 15,750 0.70 11,025440.8MusicFc Adult CD Music‐sacred375375375 0.70263 media308.8Fc Adult CD Music‐blues686868 0.7048 media301.6Fc Adult CD Music‐classical188188188 0.70132 media304.4Fc Adult CD Music‐easy Listen747474 0.7052 media301.7Fc Adult CD Music‐folk108108108 0.7076 media302.5Fc Adult CD Music‐R&B130130130 0.7091 media303.0Fc Adult CD Music‐jazz192192192 0.70134 media304.5Fc Adult CD ‐ Spoken Word606060 0.7042 media301.4Fc Adult CD Music‐latin162162162 0.70113 media303.8Fc Adult CD Music‐musicals525252 0.7036 media301.2Fc Adult CD Music‐new age484848 0.7034 media301.1Fc Adult CD Music‐rap117117117 0.7082 media302.7Fc Adult CD Music‐Rock & Pop1,687 1,687 1,687 0.70 1,181 media3039.4Fc Adult CD Music‐seasonal169169169 0.70118 media303.9Fc Adult CD Music‐soundtrack222222222 0.70155 media305.2Appendix E: Clovis Library Shelving PlanPopular Browsing Area
Fc Adult CD Music‐country 323 323 323 0.70 226 media 30 7.5Fc Adult CD Music‐world 198 198 198 0.70 139 media 30 4.6Fc Adult CD Miscellaneous 7 7 7 0.70 5 media 30 0.2TOTAL4,180 4,180 4,180 0.70 2,926 97.5Non‐Fiction (Adult & Teen)Fc Adult, Eng Biography 1,113 1,113 1,113 0.70 77978" / 5, 12" shelves + base10 77.9Fc Adult, Eng Non‐fic 14,077 11,965 12,669 0.70 8,86878" / 5, 12" shelves + base10 886.8Fc Adult, College & Career 281 281 281 0.70 19778" / 5, 12" shelves + base10 19.7Fc Adult Folio / Oversized 57 57 57 0.70 4078" / 5, 12" shelves + base6 6.7Fc Teen, Eng Non‐fic 1,167 1,167 1,167 0.70 81766" / 4, 12" shelves + base14 58.4Fc Teen, Eng Biography 115 115 115 0.70 8166" / 4, 12" shelves + base14 5.8Fc Ref Open Shelves 459 459 459 1.00 45966" / 4, 12" shelves + base6 76.5TOTAL17,269 15,157 15,861 0.70 11,103 1131.7Fc Adult, Eng Fic 7,739 7,352 6,965 0.70 4,87678" / 5, 10" shelves + base8 609.4Fc Adult, Eng Graphic Novel 697 697 697 0.70 48878" / 5, 10" shelves + base14 34.9Fc Adult, Eng Sci‐fi 1,304 1,304 1,304 0.70 91378" / 5, 10" shelves + base10 91.3Fc Adult, Eng Western 717 717 717 0.70 50278" / 5, 10" shelves + base12 41.8Fc Large Print, Eng Biography 64 64 64 0.70 4578" / 5, 10" shelves + base8 5.6Fc Large Print, Eng Fic 1,775 1,775 1,775 0.70 1,24378" / 5, 10" shelves + base8 155.3Fc Large Print, Eng Non‐fic 203 203 203 0.70 14278" / 5, 10" shelves + base8 17.8Non‐FictionAdult ReadingAll genres, large print, graphic novels, and audiobooks
Fc Adult, Eng Mystery2,641 2,509 2,377 0.70 1,66478" / 5, 10" shelves + base8 208.0Fc Adult Eng Book On CD, Biography222222 0.701578" / 5, 10" shelves+ base81.9Fc Adult Eng Book On CD, Fic1,794 1,794 1,794 0.70 1,25678" / 5, 10" shelves+ base8 157.0Fc Adult Eng Book On CD, Non‐Fic353353353 0.7024778" / 5, 10" shelves+ base830.9TOTAL17,309 16,790 16,271 0.70 11,390 1353.8Fiction, graphic novels, audiobooks, magazinesFc Teen, Eng Fiction3,264 3,101 2,938 0.70 2,05766" / 4, 10" shelves + base12 171.4Fc Teen, Eng Graphic Novel1,636 1,636 1,718 0.70 1,20266" / 4, 10" shelves+ base1485.9Fc Teen Books on CD216216216 0.7015166" / 4, 10" shelves + base818.9Fc Teen Periodical Circ335 1.00566" / 2 slanted shelveshinged w/ flat shelf below for back issues15.0TOTAL5,119 4,956 4,8773,415281.2Quiet RoomFc Adult Periodical Circ333335 1.003566" / 2 slanted shelves hinged w/ flat shelf below for back issues135.0World Language, Print, Adult (Non‐Spanish)Fc Adult, Armenian Non‐Fic333 0.70278" / 5, 10" shelves + base120.2Fc Adult, Chinese Biography777 0.70578" / 5, 10" shelves+ base120.4Fc Adult, Chinese Fic818181 0.705778" / 5, 12" shelves + base124.7Fc Adult, Chinese Non‐fic107107107 0.707578" / 5, 12" shelves + base126.2Fc Adult, Japanese Fic434343 0.703078" / 5, 12" shelves + base122.5Teen ReadingAdult MagazinesWorld Languages
Fc Adult, Japanese Non‐fic 19 19 19 0.70 1378" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 1.1Fc Adult, Khmer Non‐fic 1 1 1 0.70 178" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 0.1Fc Adult, Hmong Non‐fic 6 6 6 0.70 478" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 0.4Fc Adult, Korean Non‐fic 18 18 18 0.70 1378" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 1.1Fc Adult, Panjabi Biography 6 6 6 0.70 478" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 0.4Fc Adult, Panjabi Non‐fic 37 37 37 0.70 2678" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 2.2Fc Adult, Panjabi Fic 35 35 35 0.70 2578" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 2.0Fc Adult, Gujarati Non‐Fic 1 1 1 0.70 178" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 0.1Fc Adult, Russian Biography 3 3 3 0.70 278" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 0.2Fc Adult, Russian Fic 18 18 18 0.70 1378" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 1.1Fc Adult, Russian Non‐Fic 14 14 14 0.70 1078" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 0.8Fc Adult, Vietnamese Non‐fic 10 10 10 0.70 778" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 0.6Fc Adult, Persian Fic 42 42 42 0.70 2978" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 2.5Fc Adult, Persian Non‐Fic 83 83 83 0.70 5878" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 4.8Fc Adult World Lang Print Fic 21 21 21 0.70 1578" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 1.2Fc Adult World Lang Print NF 7 7 7 0.70 578" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 0.4TOTAL562 562 562 393 32.8Spanish Collection (Adult & Teen, Print & Audiobook)Fc Adult, Spa Biography 27 27 27 0.70 1978" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 1.6Fc Adult, Spa Fic 263 263 263 0.70 18478" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 15.3Fc Adult, Spa Non‐fic 5 5 5 0.70 478" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 0.3
Fc Teen, Spa Biography 5 5 5 0.70 478" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 0.3Fc Teen, Spa Fiction 59 59 59 0.70 4178" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 3.4Fc Teen, Spa Graphic Novel 2 2 2 0.70 178" / 5, 12" shelves + base14 0.1Fc Teen, Spa Non‐fic 266 266 266 0.70 18678" / 5, 12" shelves + base12 15.5Fc Adult Spa Book on CD, Fic 10 10 10 0.70 778" / 5, 12" shelves + base8 0.9Fc Adult Spa Book on CD, Non‐Fic 13 13 13 0.70 978" / 5, 12" shelves + base8 1.1FC Adult Spa Media Kit 32 32 32 0.70 2278" / 5, 12" shelves + base10 2.2TOTAL682 682 682 0.70 477 40.8World Languages DVDsFc Adult Chinese DVD 19 19 19 0.70 13media25 0.5Fc Adult Hindi DVD 70 70 70 0.70 49media25 2.0Fc Adult Panjabi DVD 9 9 9 0.70 6media25 0.3FC Adult Spa DVD Non Fic 29 29 29 0.70 20media25 0.8FC Adult Spa DVD Fic 112 112 112 0.70 78media25 3.1Fc Adult Persian DVD 25 25 25 0.70 18media25 0.7Fc Adult, World Lang DVD Non Fic 21 21 21 0.70 15media25 0.6Fc Adult, World Language DVD 328 328 328 0.70 230media25 9.2TOTAL613 613 613 0.70 429 17.20‐5 Children'sFc Child, Eng Boardbk 663 1,326 1,392 0.70 975Toddler‐Safe Bin20 48.7Fc Child, Eng IBT 2,003 4,006 4,206 0.70 2,94442" / 2, 10" slot shelves + base & canopy16 184.0Fc Child, Eng I Can Read 1,528 4,584 4,813 0.70 3,36942" / 2, 10" slot shelves + base & canopy20 168.5Fc Child, Eng Picbk 4,148 8,296 8,711 0.70 6,09842" / 2, 12" shelves + base & canopy20 304.9TOTAL8,342 18,212 19,123 0.70 13,386 706.1Children's Room
School Age (K‐6th)Children'sFc Child, Eng Biography866866909 0.7063742" / 2, 12" shelves + base & canopy1445.5Fc Child, Eng Fiction4,699 4,699 4,934 0.70 3,45442" / 2, 10" shelves+ base & canopy12 287.8Fc Child, Eng Graphic Novel604604664 0.7046542" / 2, 10" shelves+ base & canopy1433.2Fc Child Book on CD548548575 0.7040342" / 2, 10" shelves + base & canopy850.3Fc Child, Eng Non‐fic5,131 5,131 5,388 0.70 3,77142" / 2, 12" shelves + base & canopy14 269.4TOTAL11,848 11,848 12,471 0.70 8,729 686.2Homework CenterChildren'sFc Homework Center, Spa222 0.70142" / 2, 12" shelves + base & canopy140.1Fc Child, Eng Reference585858 1.005866" / 4, 12" shelves+ base69.7Fc Homework Center, Eng106106106 0.707442" / 2, 12" shelves + base & canopy145.3TOTAL166166166 0.7011615.1Parents' ShelfChildren'sFc Child Parent's Shelf401401481 0.7033742" / 2, 12" shelves + base & canopy1228.1Fc Child Parent's Shelf AV404048 0.7034 media unit 251.3TOTAL441441529 0.7037029.4MoviesChildren'sFc Child, Eng DVD Biography999 0.707 media unit 250.3Fc Child, Eng DVD Non Fic939398 0.7068 media unit 252.7Fc Child, Eng DVD Fic1,164 4,656 4,889 0.70 3,422 media unit 25 136.9Fc Child Eng Blu‐Ray323234 0.7024 media unit 250.9Fc Child Eng Blu‐Ray DVD Combo292930 0.7021 media unit 250.9TOTAL1,327 4,819 5,060 0.70 3,542141.7MusicChildren'sFc Child CD Music466466466 0.70326 media unit 2513.0TOTAL466466466 0.7032613.0MagazinesChildren'sFc Child Periodical Circ101212 1.001242" / 2 slanted shelves hinged w/ flat shelf below for back issues112.0TOTAL10 12 12 1.00 12 12.0
Spanish & World LanguagesChildren'sFc Child Spa Read‐along555 0.70442" / 2, 12" shelves + base & canopy140.3Fc Child Spa Book on CD111 0.70142" / 2, 10" shelves+ base & canopy80.1Fc Child Spa Boardbook666666 0.7046bin202.3Fc Child Spa Biography121212 0.70842" / 2, 12" shelves + base & canopy140.6Fc Child Spa Fiction737373 0.705142" / 2, 10" shelves+ base & canopy124.3Fc Child, Spa Graphic Novel111 0.70142" / 2, 10" shelves+ base & canopy160.0Fc Child Spa IBT343434 0.702442" / 2, 10" shelves+ base & canopy161.5Fc Child Spa I Can Read616161 0.704342" / 2, 10" shelves+ base & canopy202.1Fc Child Spa Non‐fic101101101 0.707142" / 2, 12" shelves+ base & canopy145.1Fc Child Spa Picbk255255255 0.7017942" / 2, 12" shelves+ base & canopy208.9Fc Child World Lang Print Fic888888 0.706242" / 2, 10" shelves+ base & canopy125.1Fc Child World Lang Print NF373737 0.702642" / 2, 12" shelves+ base & canopy141.9Fc Child Spa CD Music666 0.704media250.2Fc Child, Spa DVD222222 0.7015media200.8Fc Child, World Language DVD999 0.706media200.3TOTAL771771771 0.7054033.4Children's Librarian/Work RoomFc Child Eng Story Collection397397476 1.0047642" / 2, 12" shelves + base & canopy2023.8(for employee‐only area)397 397 476 476 20 23.8TOTAL397 397 476 476 20 23.8Discontinued CollectionsFc Video Game Sony Playstation Vita1100 0.700Fc Video Game Nintendo DS4600 0.700Fc Video Game Sony Playstation 36700 0.700Fc Video Game Sony Playstation 4800 0.700Fc Video Game Nintendo 3DS9000 0.700Other
Fc Video Game Nintendo Wii U 90 0 0 0.70 0Fc Video Game Nintendo Wii 80 0 0 0.70 0Fc Video Game Microsoft X‐Box One 7 0 0 0.70 0Fc Video Game Microsoft X‐Box 360 56 0 0 0.70 0Fc Child Video Game 4 0 0 0.70 0Fc Teen Video Game 6 0 0 0.70 0Fc Child Eng Read‐along 90 0 0 0.70 0Fc Adult Book on Media Player 39 0 0 0.70 0Fc Teen Book on Media Player 55 0 0 0.70 0Fc Children's Book on Media Player 39 0 0 0.70 0TOTAL 688 0 0 0.70 0N/A (Discontinued collections; whatever is left of the video games when the new building opens will be shelved with the DVDs. The readalongs and book‐on‐media‐players will be weeded.)
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND PLANNING
STEVEN WHITE, DIRECTOR
CAPITAL PROJECTS DIVISION
2220 Tulare Street, Sixth Floor / Fresno, California 93721 / Phone (559) 600-5206 / FAX (559) 600-4548
The County of Fresno is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
EXHIBIT D
PROJECT DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
Revised November 14, 2016
GENERAL NOTE: The County’s goal is to exceed the energy code requirements by 25%. The
County may participate with consultants in energy efficient programs in order to meet this goal.
Division 03: CONCRETE
Section 03 30 00 - Cast-in-Place Concrete
Interior concrete slabs shall have a minimum compressive strength of 4,000 p.s.i. with a maximum
water-cement ratio of 0.45. All other site concrete and footings shall have a minimum compressive
strength of 3,000 p.s.i. with a maximum water-cement ratio of 0.60.
Spacing of exterior walkway expansion joints shall not exceed 30 feet. Tooled control joints shall not
be spaced more than 10 feet apart and shall have a maximum ratio of 3:1. Expansion joints in slabs
shall be placed so cracking will be minimized.
In no case shall spacing for saw cut joints exceed 12 feet in any direction for interior slabs. Use
control joints only where needed for movement control or where separate pours occur. Joints shall
be placed at all objects that may increase the potential for cracking.
Division 04: MASONRY
Section 04 20 00 - Unit Masonry (Reinforced System)
Concrete masonry units shall conform to ASTM C-90, lightweight aggregates.
Division 05: METALS
Section 05 52 13- Pipe and Tube Railings
All handrails and railings shall be fabricated from galvanized or stainless steel schedule 40 pipe.
The span between vertical supports shall not exceed 7'-0" and radius bends shall be pre-formed.
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Division 06: WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES
Section 06 16 00 - Sheathing
Roof sheathing shall be at least 5/8" thick over supports that do not exceed 24" o.c.
Roofs covered with low slope roofing material shall be sloped at least 1" per foot.
Roofs covered with high slope roofing material shall be sloped at least 3" per foot.
Section 06 48 00- Wood Frames
Treated wood shall not be left exposed. It shall be encapsulated in a material that will not peel or is
not easily pried away.
Division 07: THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION
Section 07 31 13 - Asphalt Shingles
Underlayment:
40# fiberglass SBS underlayment complying with ASTM D226, type II and ASTM D4601, type I or
II.
Preferred Manufacturers and Products
1. Malarkey: Right Start UDL
2. MB Technology: LF40
3. County approved substitution.
Fiberglass roofing shingles:
30 year (minimum) shingle.
Must meet Title 24, Part 6 standards for cool roofs.
Installation shall meet or exceed UL Type I wind resistance requirements.
2 year contractor's warranty on installation.
Total installed system shall be designed for at least a 30-year life, including flashing, as per
SMACNA.
Preferred Manufacturers and Products
1. New Construction
Malarkey Ecoasis SBS rubber modified shingles with 15 year NDL warranty.
or County approved substitution.
2. Reroofing
Malarkey Ecoasis SBS rubber modified shingles.
or County approved substitution.
Section 07 51 13 - Built-Up Asphalt Roofing
Base Bid Requirements:
5 ply (minimum) built-up fiberglass roof with mineral surface cap sheet over 2 layers of insulation
board (1/2” fiberboard (R1.3)) over roof deck that has had the existing roofing removed. Type III or IV
asphalt or cold adhesive (as applicable), depending upon manufacturer's requirements, owner’s
requirements, or conditions. Torch applications are prohibited. Minimum 1:12 roof slope with Class A
rated assembly. Installer shall be certified by the manufacturer for installation of the roofing system
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prior to submitting bid. Installer certification shall be submitted with bid. All installed products shall be
part of a manufacturer's approved roof system and meet CEC Title 24 cool roof requirements.
Provide a 2 year contractor's warranty on installation and a 10 year manufacturer's warranty on
installed system, no dollar limit, with an additional 10 years at the County's option (with the knowledge
that the manufacturer may require repairs prior to the County exercising the option). Design total
system for a 20 year minimum life. Roofing subcontractor shall coordinate actual details and
materials with roofing manufacturer to comply with roofing manufacturer’s requirements for the
specified warranty at no additional cost to the County. Provide walkway pads around all roof-
mounted equipment.
Alternate Bid Requirements:
3 ply (minimum) and 200lbs/sq minimum built-up SBS Modified fiberglass roof with mineral surface
cap sheet over 2 layers of insulation board (1/2” fiberboard (R1.3)) over roof deck that has had the
existing roofing removed. Type III or IV asphalt or cold adhesive (as applicable), depending upon
manufacturer's requirements, owner’s requirements, or conditions. Torch applications are prohibited.
Minimum 1:12 roof slope with Class A rated assembly. Installer shall be certified by the manufacturer
for installation of the roofing system prior to submitting bid. Installer certification shall be submitted
with bid. All installed products shall be part of a manufacturer's approved roof system and meet CEC
Title 24 cool roof requirements. Provide a 2 year contractor's warranty on installation and a 15 year
manufacturer's warranty on installed system, no dollar limit, with an additional 15 years at the
County's option (with the knowledge that the manufacturer may require repairs prior to the County
exercising the option). Design total system for a 30 year minimum life. Roofing subcontractor shall
coordinate actual details and materials with roofing manufacturer to comply with roofing
manufacturer’s requirements for the specified warranty at no additional cost to the County. Provide
walkway pads around all roof-mounted equipment.
Acceptable manufacturers and systems include:
Manufacturer Base Bid System Alternate Bid System
Malarkey M5-BIA M3-BBH
Johns Manville
GAF
MB Technology
Tremco
or County approved substitution.
Please note that a pre-roofing inspection with the Roofing Contractor, County’s Representative, and
Roof Manufacturer Representative shall be mandatory. Work shall not begin until the roofing
contractor determines the deck is acceptable for the installation of the new roofing system.
Section 07 62 00 - Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim
Flashing and sheet metal design and installation shall be as recommended by the Sheet Metal and
Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA) Architectural Sheet Metal Manual,
National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), and 'Standard Practices for: Stainless Steel
Roofing, Flashing, Copings' as published by the Specialty Steel Industry of North America,
Washington D. C., 202/342-8630 in addition to other appropriate reference standards. Design for a
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40-year minimum serviceable life for flashing and sheet metal in accordance with the SMACNA
manual. Per CBC Section 1504.5, ensure all roof edging meets the requirements of ANSI/SPRI ES-
1. Pitch pans are prohibited. The designer is responsible for a watertight system that allows for easy
replacement of roofing membranes without destruction of the flashing system.
GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS
Use ladder brackets to protect gutters. Gutters and downspouts shall be continuous.
Downspouts shall be located so they do not drain onto or over sidewalks. Surface-mounted
downspouts shall be designed to prevent people from climbing up them.
Division 08: OPENINGS
Section 08 71 00 - Door Hardware
ITEM MANUFACTURER / MODEL REMARKS
Exit Devices VonDuprin 33 or 99 Series,
allen-type dogging, 626.
Provide pull/latch protector
specified below.
Precision Apex series is an
acceptable alternate.
Cylinder Schlage 23-030 FSIC 21-030 standard is an
acceptable alternate
Lockset (interior doors) Schlage AL series Schlage ND series is an
acceptable alternate
Lockset (exterior pedestrian
doors)
Utilize Exit Device (above)
Lockset (exterior non-pedestrian
doors)
Schlage AL Series Schlage ND Series is an
acceptable alternate
Door Holders Trimco 1254-626 or 1260W-
626.
Install at top of door.
Deadbolts (restrooms) Schlage B600 series Schlage B500 series is an
acceptable alternate
Door Closer Norton 8000 Series Jackson
concealed overhead
Finish: Aluminum
Hinges (exterior doors) Roton 780-112H Exterior, and medium and high
frequency interior doors.
Hinges (interior doors) Hager BB1279 or approved
substitution
Low frequency doors only.
Center Mullions Install on all double doors. Verify with Project Manager
mullions that are to be
removable.
Exterior Door Pulls / Strike
Protector (anti-vandal trim)
Trimco 1096HA or 1097HA, 630 Select appropriate model for
installation.
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Section 08 80 00 - Glazing
Clear glass: Double strength clear glass
Safety glass: Laminated, filmed, or tempered Clear
Tinted glass: Graylite II by PPG Industries or a County approved substitution
Division 09: FINISHES
Section 09 51 13 – Acoustical Panel Ceilings
Grid: Chicago Metallic 1200 System or Fire Front 1250 System components.
Panels: Armstrong Minaboard 'Cortega Second Look', #2765 or #2767 (24" x 48" x 3/4") or
Armstrong Minaboard 'Fissured," #755B (24" x 48" x 5/8") are preferred.
Section 09 68 13 - Tile Carpeting/Section 09 68 16 – Sheet Carpeting
All carpet shall meet the following:
CONSTRUCTION
20# tuft bind.
10-year minimum edge ravel guarantee.
Lifetime delamination guarantee.
10 year minimum wear warranty.
Static protection ≤ 3.5 kV.
FIBERS
Invista Antron Legacy
Invista Antron Lumena
Lee’s Duracolor
MANUFACTURERS
Tandus
Mohawk Commercial Carpet
Section 09 91 00 - Painting
All painted surfaces shall be eggshell or semigloss.
EXTERIOR FINISH SYSTEMS
SURFACE COAT FINISH MATERIAL SHEEN
Concrete (opaque finish)
(vertical surface)
First coat Latex block filler n/a
Second coat 100% acrylic eggshell
Third coat 100% acrylic eggshell
Masonry First coat Latex block filler n/a
Second coat 100% acrylic eggshell
Third coat 100% acrylic eggshell
Galvanized Metal
Etching Metal etching n/a
First coat Zinsser bin primer n/a
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SURFACE COAT FINISH MATERIAL SHEEN
Second coat Quick dry alkyd semi-gloss
Third coat Quick dry alkyd semi-gloss
Steel (windows, poles, doors)
Steel (windows, poles, doors)
Etching Metal etching n/a
First coat Zinsser bin primer n/a
Second coat Quick dry alkyd semi-gloss
Third coat Quick dry alkyd semi-gloss
Stucco First coat 100% acrylic stucco primer n/a
Second coat 100% acrylic eggshell
Third coat 100% acrylic eggshell
Wood (trim, doors, windows) First coat Alkyd busan primer n/a
Second coat 100% Acrylic semi-gloss
Third coat 100% Acrylic semi-gloss
Plywood Siding First coat Alkyd busan primer n/a
Second coat 100% Acrylic eggshell
Third coat 100% Acrylic eggshell
Division 10: SPECIALTIES
Section 10 21 13 - Toilet Compartments
Preferred manufacturers include: LamTech, Scranton Products, ASI Global Partitions, or County
approved substitution.
Provide floor-mounted overhead braced High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) toilet compartments.
Minimum 1” thick panels. Color and finish as selected by County.
Unless otherwise approved by the Project Manager, the following toilet partition accessories shall be
provided in the corresponding material:
Pilaster Shoes (toilet partitions and urinal screens): Type 304 stainless steel
Head Rail: Manufacturer’s anodize aluminum with anti-grip device
Urinal Screen Brackets: Full height 47” continuous Type 304 stainless steel
Partition Door Hinge: 8” wrap around aluminum hinge or continuous 14 gauge Type 304 stainless
steel self-closing hinge
Strike and Keeper: Type 304 stainless steel and must permit emergency access by lifting the door
until latch is clear of keeper
All other hardware and fasteners shall be type 304 stainless steel unless otherwise approved by
Project Manager.
Section 10 28 00 – Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories
Toilet Paper Dispenser: fixture provided by County, installed by contractor.
Soap Dispenser: fixture provided by County, installed by contractor.
Seat Cover Dispenser: fixture provided by County, installed by contractor.
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Sanitary Napkin Dispenser: fixture provided by County, installed by contractor.
Paper Towel Dispenser: fixture provided by County, installed by contractor.
Coat Hook: provided and installed by contractor. (Trimco 3071-SS or owner approved substitution)
Waste Basket: provided and installed by contractor.
In public restrooms located in jails and other areas of high vandalism, consider using toilet
accessories by Vandal Stop Products.
Section 10 75 00 - Flagpoles
Aluminum poles with internal halyard. Confirm with project manager if a flagpole is required.
Division 11: EQUIPMENT
As required per each project
Division 12: FURNISHINGS
Section 12 93 00 - Site Furnishings
Freestanding picnic tables shall be manufactured of pre-cast, integrally colored, reinforced concrete.
The picnic table, benches and supports shall be formed as single, solid unit. The tabletop shall be
30" wide (minimum) x 92" long x 4" thick. The surface of the tabletop shall be 32" above finish grade.
Benches shall be 11" wide (minimum) x 92" (minimum) long x 4" thick with the top surface placed 18"
above the finish grade. Concrete shall attain a minimum compressive strength of 5,000 p.s.i. at 28
days with a maximum aggregate size of 3/4". Formed surfaces shall be smooth and true. All corners
shall be rounded. Minimum weight of the assembly shall be at least 2,450 lbs. Integral concrete
color shall be pure mineral oxides, as selected by the County. The picnic table shall have an acrylic
graffiti-resistant sealer applied to all exposed surfaces. Acceptable manufacturers: Outdoor
Creations, Inc., 2270 Barney Street, Anderson, CA 96007 or County approved substitution.
Division 13: SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION
As required per each project.
Division 14: CONVEYING EQUIPMENT
As required per each project.
Division 21: FIRE SUPPRESSION
Section 21 13 13 – Wet-Pipe Sprinkler System
All county buildings are required to have automatic fire sprinklers installed.
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Division 22: PLUMBING
Pop off relief valves shall be plumbed to the exterior of the building and away from pedestrian areas
for relief.
Evaporative cooler piping design shall allow for drainage of the supply line for winterizing.
Trap primers for floor drains shall be installed with a double union and have an access door for
service. Shut off valves shall be provided at the inlet on the supply side.
PLUMBING FIXTURES
Toilets: American Standard or Eljer, floor mounted, elongated fixtures.
Urinals: American Standard or Eljer, wall hung.
Flush Valves: Sloan Royal or Zurn.
Bathroom sinks: American Standard or Eljer, with carrier arms.
Sink faucets: Chicago Faucet. Breakroom = 430-ABCP. Restrooms =#333-665.
Drinking fountain, exterior: Haws, model 1409, wall-mounted, sand strainer. Haws ADA Model 1441
Drinking fountain, accessible: Haws, Model 3380, Pedestal drinking fountain.
Shower mixing valves: Powers.
Shower valves: Acorn
Section 22 07 19 – Plumbing Piping Insulation
All water lines in attic spaces (hot and cold) shall be insulated with closed-cell foam, jacketed.
Section 22 11 13 – Facility Water Distribution Piping
LOCATE TAPE:
Provide #10 copper wire over all underground utilities.
All Reduced Pressure Prevention (R.P.P.) devices shall be 'Febco'. A clear path of access shall be
provided, and a clear area of at least 3 feet shall be maintained around all sides of R.P.P. devices.
Assemblies up to and including 2 inch shall have unions on each side.
Provide bollards/traffic protection when adjacent to street. A vandal resistant enclosure shall be
provided for devices 2” and smaller.
COPPER PIPING:
When copper is specified, it shall be Type 'L' hard copper. All stub outs shall be made with wing 90°
elbows and threaded brass nipples.
WATER SHUT OFF VALVES:
• Prohibited in any attic space.
• Prohibited placement inside any sidewalk.
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• Prohibited placement lower than 18" below finish grade.
• For a building, shall be no farther than 8'-0" from the building it controls.
• Full port ball valves shall be provided for 2-inch lines and smaller.
• Hose bibs (A. O. Smith or Zurn, rough brass) shall be mounted in an enclosure outside the normal
sidewalk.
• Evaporative Coolers: Shut off valves (Gate Valves) for evaporative coolers shall be installed on
the vertical run of pipe prior to the horizontal run to the cooler. Piping shall have plugged tees
installed on the supply line in order to allow draining of the supply lines for the winter months.
• All valves 2-1/2" and larger shall be bolted, flange, resilient wedge type with a square head shut-
off.
• All valves 2-1/2" and larger shall be enclosed in a G-5 Christy yard box with sleeve.
CONCRETE BOX ENCLOSURES
All box enclosures shall be appropriately sized (for access during maintenance operations) according
to the number of pipes or fixtures located in the box. Minimum sizes for concrete box enclosures
shall be Christy G-5 (with cast iron lid only), B-9, V-64 (drain box). All boxes shall be sleeved to allow
access to valves. Enclosures shall receive a cast iron lid with accurate markings to identify the
contents of box. The boxes shall be set flush to finish grade and shall have a 8-inch wide by 3 inch
thick concrete mow strip poured around it. The bottom of each box shall have a 2-inch thick concrete
slurry floor with a 1/2 inch PVC drain over a 6-inch gravel sump. Refer to detail titled, “Signals
Pullbox” below for a graphic representation of the requirements of concrete box enclosure design and
installation. The detail identifies an electrical pullbox, however, the requirements for concrete
enclosures are very similar.
Existing concrete box enclosures shall be adjusted to the new finish grade in areas where the finish
grade is changed due to new construction.
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Division 23: HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING
Section 23 11 23 – Facility Natural-Gas Piping
GAS SHUT OFF VALVES AND RELATED SYSTEMS:
• Shall not be farther than 8'-0" from the building it serves, nor less than 8'-0" from any door.
• Prohibited placement inside any sidewalk.
• Prohibited placement lower than 12" below finish grade.
• Gas regulators shall be located a minimum of 6 inches above surrounding sidewalks.
• All in-ground valves shall be Dezurik type valves.
• All in-ground valves shall be enclosed in a G-5 Christy yard box with sleeve.
Drip Pipes shall be installed upstream of the gas valve for all appliances and equipment.
HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING:
All evaporative coolers shall be MasterCool or County approved substitution.
All mechanical equipment shall have a dedicated ground wire pulled to each piece of equipment.
HVAC PACKAGE UNITS HEAT/COOLING EQUIPMENT:
Acceptable manufacturers: York, Bryant/Carrier/BDP Products, Trane, and Rheem/Ruud.
All refrigerant gases shall be environmentally friendly and approved for use in Fresno County for at
least ten years.
Standard size 2” metal filter rack for use with replaceable media shall be supplied with a/c equipment.
All units shall accommodate 2” standard sized filters.
T-bar registers shall be louvered type, not perforated.
Condenser guards shall be installed on all package units. Condenser guards shall be fabricated of
angle iron frame and 3/4" expanded metal face.
Government locks and Hardcast shall be used on all metal duct connections both interior and
exterior.
All roof-mounted HVAC package air conditioning/heating equipment shall be placed on a roof curb at
least 8 inches higher than the roof deck. These units shall utilize down discharge ducting through the
roof curb. Units not factory designed to create a watertight seal onto curbing shall receive a full
platform cover with return and supply risers. All full platform covers shall have soldered standing
seams.
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CHILLERS:
Chillers shall have adequate capacity to cool site facilities in the event the off-peak thermal storage
systems fail to operate properly. Per California Energy Code, Title 24, Part 6, Chapter 5, Section
140.4: Provide standby equipment with controls that allow the standby equipment to operate only
when the primary equipment is not operating.
All physical connections to the chiller including electrical, controls and water piping shall be placed to
allow easy access to the compressors for servicing, replacement, etc.
All pumps, motors, and other equipment shall have a minimum of 3 feet provided in front of them to
allow for servicing, repair or replacement of the equipment.
Isolation valves (full-port ball valves) shall be installed on supply and return water lines (all lines for a
two or four pipe system) on the exterior of each building just prior to entering the building (where the
horizontal run turns vertical). In addition, there shall be 1/2" diameter risers terminating in 1/2" FPT
ball valves with pipe plugs installed on each side of all isolation valves. This entire assembly shall be
enclosed in a Christy box set to finish grade. See attached drawing for a graphic representation.
Unless integral to the chiller, guards shall be installed over all condenser surfaces of air-cooled
chillers to protect the condensers from vandalism.
UNIT VENTILATORS:
Unit ventilators/fan-coils shall not deliver air through a duct system unless specifically designed for
that purpose by the manufacturer.
CONTROLS:
All controls for HVAC equipment shall be Direct Digital Controls (D.D.C.). Pneumatic controls are
prohibited.
Division 25: INTEGRATED AUTOMATION
ENERGY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM:
The County utilizes a computerized system for energy management.
The energy management system shall include room temperature sensors, current sensors for all
motors and pumps, other sensors as may be required to allow the County to monitor the air
conditioning units, heat pumps, chillers, boilers, unit ventilators/fan-coils, motors, pumps and
temperature in each area. In addition to interior monitoring, the County requires the ability to monitor
both the hot water and cold water supply and return temperatures on central plant applications, and
the ability to control water flow in the room unit ventilator/fan coil units. Acceptable systems are:
Metasys by Johnson Controls, without substitution.
Consideration should be given to outside lights being installed on the energy management system.
The interface control strategy shall be based upon sunrise and sunset. As the system senses the
condition of sunrise or sunset, the energy management system controls the lights and shall turn them
on or off at the designated time. Surge protectors, adequately sized to protect the energy
management system at the site and at the County's operations center, shall be provided.
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Division 26: ELECTRICAL
LOCATE TAPE
See Division 28
SWITCH GEAR
All switchgear shall be Square D, I-Line panels. Distribution panels rated for 480 volts shall be
Square D "I-Line or "NF" Series. Distribution panels rated for 240 volts shall be Square D NQOD,
with the ability to accept bolt-on and plug-on branch circuit breakers.
PULLBOXES
See Division 28
CONDUITS
Underground conduits shall be at least 2 inches in diameter. A spare Green #10 THHN stranded
copper wire labeled "Pull Wire” shall be installed with wire if additional space for more wiring exists.
Spare conduits shall be capped to prevent intrusion of moisture and foreign objects. Flat fibre pull
tape shall be installed for future use.
Provide 1 spare conduit for every 5 conduits installed.
All conduits that will terminate above grade shall have a rigid steel long radius sweep installed at the
terminating end(s) where the transition from horizontal to vertical occurs. No PVC conduit shall be
installed above grade.
Where rigid steel conduit runs in direct contact with the earth, conduit shall be wrapped with 10-mil
PVC tape to form 40 mil of protection, or shall have factory applied PVC coating.
SPLICES
Underground and below grade splices are prohibited.
FUSED DISCONNECTS
Shall be Square D, "H" rated (heavy duty).
'Challenger' brand fused disconnects are specifically prohibited.
NEUTRALS
All circuits for computer labs shall have separate neutrals for each circuit. Common neutrals for
computer circuits are prohibited.
Neutrals in combination circuits shall be pigtailed.
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LIGHTING
X-O Ballasts are prohibited.
All exterior and interior lights shall be LED.
Exterior pole lights shall not exceed 32 feet in total height LED luminars shall be designed and
manufactured to direct light to the intended area needing illumination. Lighting fixtures shall not be
mounted in such a way as to illuminate a roof, or aimed only towards a property line, or which causes
disabling glare or light trespass. Exceptions may be considered for detention facilities.
Recommended Footcandles (FC) per the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES)
TYPE OF SPACE RECOMMENDED FC TYPICAL COLOR
(K=Kelvin)
COMMENTS
Open Office Space/
Cubicle Space
30-50 2700K-3500K FC Measured at 30”
Above Finish Floor (AFF)
Private Office 30-50 2700K-3100K FC Measured at 30” AFF
Kitchen/Breakroom 5-20 2700K-4100K
Division 27: COMMUNICATIONS
CONDUIT SYSTEMS
The conduits between buildings shall be at least 2 inches in diameter for low voltage systems (Fire
Alarm, Burglar Alarms, Intercom Telephone, Energy Management and Computer Networks). Fire
Alarm, Energy Management, Computer Network, Burglar Alarm and Intercom shall each be in
separate conduits. In addition, 2 spare 2-inch conduits shall be provided between buildings. Two
spare 1-inch conduits shall be provided to each area for future low voltage needs, terminated in "J"
boxes above ceiling level.
All distribution wiring shall be routed through terminal cabinets inside the buildings in order to
eliminate unnecessary pull boxes. Terminal cabinets may contain a maximum of 3 separate systems,
provided each system is shielded from the others within the cabinet, and room for future growth is
available. Refer to County’s standard detail, “Signal T.C. ‘RB’ Mounting” below for additional
information.
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Division 28: ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY
LOCATE TAPE
Provide #10 copper wire over all underground utilities.
PULLBOXES
All pullboxes shall be no smaller than a Christy N-16, and shall be sized according to the number of
conduits in the box. Enclosures shall receive a cast iron bolt-down lid with markings to identify the
contents of box. (e.g. “Power,” “Signal,” “Telephone,” etc.) The boxes shall be set flush to finish
grade and shall have a 8-inch wide by 3 inch thick concrete mow strip poured around it. The bottom
of each box shall have a 2-inch thick concrete slurry floor with a 1/2-inch PVC drain over a 6-inch
gravel sump. Conduits shall extend a minimum of 4 inches above the floor of the pullbox and metal
conduits shall be bonded together. Refer to “Signals Pullbox” detail under “Concrete Box Enclosures”
on page 9 for a graphic representation of the requirements of pullbox design and installation.
All conduit stubs into underground pull boxes shall have at least 18 inches of cover over the top of the
conduits. Trenches shall be 22 to 23 inches deep.
Existing pullboxes shall be adjusted to the new finish grade in areas where the finish grade is
changed due to new construction.
CONDUITS
Underground conduits shall be at least 2 inches in diameter. Flat fibre tape shall be installed with
wire if additional space for more wiring exists.
Spare conduits shall be capped to prevent intrusion of moisture and foreign objects. Flat fibre tape
shall be installed for future use.
Provide 1 spare conduit for every 5 conduits installed.
SPLICES
Underground and below grade splices are prohibited.
Section 28 16 00 – Intrusion Detection
Burglar alarm systems shall be coordinated with the Project Manager to ensure the proper facility
security requirements are met.
Section 28 31 12 – Zoned (DC Loop) Fire-Alarm System
Fire alarm systems shall be coordinated with the Project Manager to ensure the proper facility fire
requirements are met. The number of zones shall depend on the number of buildings and anticipated
future growth of a site.
Acceptable Fire-Alarm Systems are: Notifier by Honeywell, without substitution.
Each Area shall have its own pull station and horn.
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Wiring harness shall match County standard (black (-) and red (+) are used only for horn circuits,
Yellow (-) and Orange (+) shall be utilized for initiation (pull station) circuits).
Division 31: EARTH WORK
Section 31 20 00 – Earth Moving
The source of imported soils shall be identified during the Submittal process of a construction project.
All imported soils shall be clean and free of deleterious materials and meet the following criteria:
IMPORTED FILL
Maximum Expansion Index 21
Maximum Particle Size (inches) 3
Maximum Water Soluble Sulfate (SO4) in Soil (percent by
weight)
0.20
Range of Percent Passing #200 Screen 15-50
Minimum Sand equivalent for Pipe Bedding Envelope 30
Minimum Resistance Value 35
The County and/or their designated representative shall have access to the import source at all times
during the project for the purposes of inspection and procuring samples for testing.
Class II base material for roads, parking lots, etc., shall contain 15% - 20% fines passing a #200
sieve.
Division 32: EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS
Section 32 31 13 - Chain Link Fences and Gates (Non-Detention)
Fence Fabric 6' high, 2" x 9 gauge, knuckle-knuckle, galvanized before weaving.
Corner Posts 2-7/8" o.d., schedule 40 steel pipe
Line Posts 1-7/8" o.d. schedule 40 steel pipe
Fence Ties Steel, no exceptions
Top Rails 1-5/8" o.d. schedule 40 steel pipe
Rail Ends Steel, no exceptions
Post Caps Steel, no exceptions
Gate Hinges Bulldog with 180-degree adapters, industrial grade.
Keel Wire 9 gauge steel, no exceptions
Hog Rings 9 gauge steel, no exceptions
Top Rail Eyelets Steel, no exceptions
Top Rail Sleeve 1-5/8" i.d., steel pipe
Tension Bands Steel, light-duty
Brace Bands Steel, light-duty
Tension Bars 3/16" x 5/8" steel, no exceptions
Rolo Latches (slide gate) Steel, no exceptions
Bolts Steel, galvanized
Footing Size Per manufacturer/engineer recommendations
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Section 32 31 13 –Chain Link Fences and Gates (Detention)
Minimum requirements for chain link fences and gates at detention facilities shall be no less than
those of the ASTM Standard governing the characteristics of the part.
FENCE FABRIC AND MATERIALS
Fence Fabric 18’ high 2” x 9 gauge (lower 10’); 3/8” x 9 gauge (top 8’);
knuckle/knuckle; hot-dip galvanized after weaving,
type II, class 4.
12’ high 2” x 9 gauge; knuckle/knuckle; hot-dip galvanized after
weaving, type II, class 4.
<5’ high 2” x 11 gauge; knuckle/knuckle; hot-dip galvanized
after weaving; type II, class 4.
>5’ high 2” x 9 gauge; knuckle/knuckle, hot-dip galvanized after
weaving, type II, class 4.
Privacy Slats Vinyl, woven into and securely fastened to fabric, color
as selected by County
Corner Posts Fabric at <12’ a.f.g. 4” o.d. minimum, galvanized steel pipe, schedule 40
Fabric at >12’ a.f.g. 6-5/8” o.d. minimum, galvanized steel pipe, schedule
40
Line Posts Fabric at <12’ a.f.g. 2-7/8” o.d. minimum, galvanized steel pipe, schedule
40
Fabric at >12’ a.f.g. 4” o.d. minimum, galvanized steel pipe, schedule 40
Fence ties Galvanized steel, wire ties, 9 gauge
Rails, horizontal <6’ high 1-1/2” o.d. minimum, galvanized steel pipe
>6’ high 2-3/8” o.d. minimum, galvanized steel pipe
Rail Ends Galvanized steel
Post Caps Galvanized steel
Tension Wire ASTM A 824, Type II, Class 4, 7 gauge
Hog Rings 9 gauge, high tensile galvanized steel
Tension Bands 3/4" x 12 gauge galvanized steel
Brace Bands Minimum 1” x 12 gauge, galvanized steel
Tension Bars 1/4" x 3/4" Galvanized steel
Bolts Stainless steel or hot-dip galvanized
Footing Size and depth per manufacturer/engineer
recommendations; fill post holes with concrete to 2”
a.f.g., slope away from posts.
(a.f.g. = above finish grade)
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GATES – SWING AND ROLLING
Gate Fabric Same as fence fabric
Gate Post Fabric at <12’ a.f.g. 4” o.d. minimum, schedule 40 galvanized steel pipe,
where gate leaf width is <6’
Fabric at >12’ a.f.g. 6-5/8” o.d. minimum, schedule 40 galvanized steel
pipe
Gate Hinges Size and material to suit swing gate size
Gate Frame 2-3/8” o.d. minimum, Schedule 40 steel pipe, Class 1,
(with 2-3/8” stiffeners at vehicle and pedestrian swing
gate),
Gate
Intermediate
Uprights
2 minimum, 2-3/8” o.d., Schedule 40 steel pipe, Class
1
Tension Rod All panels, cross-bracing, 3/8” diameter, adjustable
length truss rods
Gate Latch Provide padlock eye as integral part of latch, latches
arranged for locking with specified hardware
Support Post 4” o.d., ASTM F 1083 Type 1
Gate Wheel Solid steel, pre-lubricated sealed ball bearings, rated
to withstand 5,600lb minimum weight, 1/4" minimum
spanner wall thickness, 5/8” axles, zinc plated prior to
assembly, permanently lubricated, V-grooved, bottom
mounted
Guide Wheel Size and type of guide wheel and bearing member per
gate manufacturer’s standard for gate size, weight,
and type.
Wheel Track V-grooved to match bottom of wheel groove, heat-
treated solid galvanized steel.
(a.f.g. = above finish grade)
VEHICLE SLIDE GATE
ELECTRIC LOCKING AND OPERATION
Locking Keyless
Motor 1hp, 208 volt, 3 phase, thermal or current sensing overload device
Gear Box 110 volt internal gearbox heater and thermostat
Controller Manual operation crank with single step engagement, fold-out handle
Control Circuit 110 VAC or 24 VDC
Controls Remote operation
Motor Housing waterproof
Motor Box 10 gauge minimum, galvanized steel, detention hinges and pinned Torx
security screws, padlocked
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MANUAL LOCKING AND OPERATION
Locking Keyless locking
Crank Manual crank, single step engagement, fold out handles
Crank Housing Water proof
Housing Box 10 gauge minimum, galvanized steel, detention hinges and pinned tor
security screws, padlocked
Track Heavy-duty, 8” structural steel channels, 33.6 lb/ft minimum
Trolleys Heavy-duty, milled steel, two sealed ball bearings per wheel (min. two
wheels per trolley)
Fill Grade Beam 3” x 5.7 lb/ft galvanized steel I-beam, welded steel guides
Vertical Support
Posts
4” o.d., galvanized steel, 6.5 lb/ft minimum.
Locking Column 4” x 12.8 lb/ft “H” beam, removable steel cover
Drive Chain #60 roller chain, rack-and-pinion system
Gate Guide
Angle
2-1/2” x 1-1/2” x 1/4” steel angle
Entire mechanism except rack, rollers, and drive train, shall be painted with rust-inhibitive primer.
Sprockets, rollers, and drive assemblies shall be electrogalvanized or nickel-plated.
Acceptable manufacturers: Ty-Metal Pluss, Folger Adam Company Model J, Southern Steel
Company Model 9100 or County approved equal.
MANUAL OPERATION
Assembly Catcher or forked type, operation from either side of gate
ELECTRIC OPERATION
System Single panel slide, impossible to move closed cate except by electrical or
mechanical operations provided
Locking Electromagnetic
Motor 1 hp, 208 volt, 3 phase, thermal or current sensing overload device
Gear box Single unit, 110 volt internal gearbox heater and thermostat
Controller Manual operation crank with two step engagement, fold-out handle
Control Circuit 110 VAC or 24 VDC
Controls Remote operation
Motor Housing Waterproof
Motor box 10-gauge minimum, galvanized steel, hinges and pad lockable hasp,
padlocked
Entire mechanism except rack, rollers, and drive train, shall be painted with rust-inhibitive primer.
Sprockets, rollers, and drive assemblies shall be electrogalvanized or nickel-plated.
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Acceptable manufacturers: Hy-Security, Ty Metal, or County approved equal.
Section 32 84 00 - Planting Irrigation
DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
All sprinkler irrigation designs shall conform to the "matched precipitation" principle and be submitted
to the County for review and approval.
All sprinkler head locations shall be designed 'head to head'. Any variation from this requirement
shall require the approval of the County.
All main lines shall be sufficiently sized so water does not exceed a velocity of 3 feet per second in
accordance tables published by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
The use of galvanized or PVC crosses is prohibited.
INSTALLATION
All sprinklers, valves, controllers and associated devices shall be designed and installed in strict
conformance with the manufacturers' recommendations in order to keep all warranties in effect and
prevent safety hazards.
PIPE
All thermoplastic pipe for main lines (pressurized) greater than 3-inch diameter, nominal size, shall be
schedule 40 or class 200. All thermoplastic pipe for main lines (pressurized) less than 3-inch
diameter, nominal size, shall be schedule 40. Lateral lines (non-pressurized) of all nominal sizes
shall be schedule 40 or class 200.
All main line piping, 3 inches in diameter or greater, nominal size, shall be push-together gasket type.
TRENCHES
Lateral lines shall not be placed in the same trench as main lines.
A common trench may be used for up to 2 laterals, where the laterals each do not exceed 2 inches in
diameter, provided, at least 3 inches of backfill soil separates the pipes horizontally within the
common trench.
All trenches shall be water-jetted and sufficiently backfilled to prevent settling. The finish grade of the
trench shall match the existing finish grade adjacent to the trench.
All backfill soil within 4 inches of any piping and within 12 inches of the surface shall be free of rocks
and other debris.
PIPE DEPTH
All main lines shall be placed a minimum of 18 inches and not more than 24 inches below finish
grade, as measured from the top of the pipe.
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All lateral lines shall be placed a minimum of 12 inches and not more than 18 inches below finish
grade, as measured from the top of the pipe.
SPRINKLERS
Acceptable sprinkler manufacturers and models:
• Toro:
570 series
300 Stream Rotor series (use of the 01 nozzle is prohibited)
Super 600 series; 640 series
Use of the Super 700 series is prohibited
• Hunter:
I-20 series
I-25 series, with stainless steel riser
I-40 series, with stainless steel riser
All sprinklers shall be installed on a double swing joint with Marlex street 90's, with an 8 inch schedule
80 nipple for 3/4 inch and 1 inch inlet sprinklers, and a 6 inch schedule 80 nipple for 1/2 inch inlet
sprinklers.
Swing joints shall be tightened to prevent immediate tilting or sinking of the sprinkler. Teflon tape and
pipe sealant dope is prohibited from use on any sprinkler swing joint.
All sprinkler heads shall have at least 2 inches of clearance between any part of the sprinkler or swing
joint and the nearest obstruction (such as sidewalks, mow strips, foundations, etc.).
QUICK COUPLER VALVES
All quick coupler valves shall be Buckner by The Storm Manufacturing Group and shall be supplied
with a rubberized protective lid.
Quick coupler valves supplying water to baseball or softball fields behind the pitcher's mound shall be
at least 1-1/2 inch diameter valves installed on at least a 1-1/2 inch diameter supply line. In no case
shall the valve be installed on a line smaller than the valve size. All other installations shall utilize 1-
inch diameter quick coupler valves.
Quick coupler valves shall be installed utilizing a double swing joint. The swing joint shall be
constructed utilizing the following sequence of materials:
1. 1 inch PVC ST 90 'L'.
2. 1 inch x 2 inch PVC schedule 80 nipple.
3. 1 inch PVC TT 90 'L'.
4. 1 inch x 8 inch PVC schedule 80 nipple.
5. 1 inch PVC TT 90 'L'.
6. 1 inch x 2 inch PVC schedule 80 nipple.
7. 1 inch PVC TT 90 'L'.
8. 1 inch x 2 inch PVC galvanized nipple.
9. 1-inch quick coupler valve.
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When constructing a swing joint for a 1-1/2 inch inlet quick coupler valve, substitute 1-1/2 inch parts
for the 1-inch parts listed above. Swing joints shall be tightened to prevent immediate tilting or
sinking of the quick coupler valve.
All threaded connections shall be adequately wrapped with Teflon tape to prevent leaking.
ELECTRIC VALVES
Remote electric valves shall be Irritrol Century Plus Series with 1-1/2 inch as the minimum valve size
for turf grass areas.
All valves shall be contained within a standard plastic rectangular valve box enclosure, one valve per
enclosure. Manifolding of multiple valves within a valve box enclosure is prohibited. The valve box
enclosure shall be adequately sized to contain the valve, allow maintenance without the total removal
of the enclosure, and the valve shall not touch any part of the enclosure, including the lid. At least 2
inches of clearance shall be maintained between the upper part of the valve stem and the lowest part
of the enclosure lid. Valve boxes shall be installed lengthwise to the direction of the valve, with the
bolted end towards the solenoid side of the valve. Valves shall be centered within the valve box
enclosure. All valve boxes shall be adjusted to be level and flush with finish grade upon completion
of landscape and irrigation work.
Valves designated for drip emitter zones shall have a wye filter installed immediately following the
valve. These elements shall be contained within a plastic jumbo rectangular valve box enclosure.
Schedule 80, threaded one end (TOE), nipples shall be utilized on the inlet and outlet sides of all
remote valves. The nipples shall be sufficiently wrapped with Teflon tape and adequately tightened
into each side of the valve prior to the installation of the valve onto the piping. Schedule 40 male
adapters are prohibited from use on the inlet or outlet sides of remote valves.
ISOLATION VALVES
All main line isolation valves shall be bolted, flanged, resilient wedge valves with square head shut-
off.
At least one isolation valve shall be installed for each major area of the system depending upon the
design. Systems utilizing a looped main line shall incorporate isolation valves in sufficient quantities
to insure isolation of distinct sections.
All isolation valves shall be sleeved and placed in a Christy G-5 box, or approved substitution. All
valve boxes shall be adjusted to be level and flush with finish grade upon completion of landscape
and irrigation work.
PVC CEMENT & PRIMER
All glue joints shall be primered using PVC/CPVC P-70 purple primer.
All glue joints shall be glued with Uni-Weld brand, unless otherwise approved.
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CONTROLLERS
All sprinkler control time clocks shall be Irritrol MC-E (Blue) series controllers. Sprinkler control time
clocks shall be mounted at a height acceptable to the County for ease of programming.
WIRE
All underground control wire shall be 14 gauge, solid copper, direct burial type.
Extra control wire shall be looped into each electric remote valve box. Controller wire color-coding
shall remain consistent from the controller to the end of all sprinkler zones. Wire color-coding
scheme shall be:
White Primary common
Red Primary control
Blue Spare common
Orange Spare control
The number of orange spare control wires to be installed in any one system controlled by one time
clock shall be determined by the total number of zones on the time clock. Two spare orange wires
shall be installed and looped through remote valve boxes in accordance with the following:
12 or less 2
12 – 18 3
19 – 24 4
25 – 30 5
31 – 42 6
All controller wire connections at the solenoid or in make-up boxes shall be made with 3M DBY or
DBR waterproof connectors.
Division 33: SITE UTILITIES
As required per each project
End of Project Design and Construction Standards
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SOLE SOURCE ITEMS
DIVISION 08
Cylinder Schlage
Lockset Schlage
Door Holders Trimco
Deadbolts Schlage
Door Closer Norton 8000 Series
Hinges (exterior doors) Roton 780-112H
Exterior Door Pulls/Strike Protector Trimco
DIVISION 22
Sink Faucets Chicago Faucet
Shower Mixing Valves Powers
Shower Valves Acorn
Reduced Pressure Prevention Device Febco
DIVISION 25
Energy Management System Metasys by Johnson Controls
DIVISION 28
Fire-Alarm System Notifier by Honeywell
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Exhibit F Public Contract Code Section 22300.
22300 (a) Provisions shall be included in any invitation for bid and in any contract documents to permit
the substitution of securities for any moneys withheld by a public agency to ensure performance under a
contract; however, substitution of securities provisions shall not be required in contracts in which there
will be financing provided by the Farmers Home Administration of the United States Department of
Agriculture pursuant to the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act (7 U.S.C. Sec. 1921 et seq.),
and where federal regulations or policies, or both, do not allow the substitution of securities. At the
request and expense of the contractor, securities equivalent to the amount withheld shall be deposited with
the public agency, or with a state or federally chartered bank in this state as the escrow agent, who shall
then pay those moneys to the contractor. Upon satisfactory completion of the contract, the securities shall
be returned to the contractor.
(b) Alternatively, the contractor may request and the owner shall make payment of retentions earned
directly to the escrow agent at the expense of the contractor. At the expense of the contractor, the
contractor may direct the investment of the payments into securities and the contractor shall receive the
interest earned on the investments upon the same terms provided for in this section for securities
deposited by the contractor. Upon satisfactory completion of the contract, the contractor shall receive
from the escrow agent all securities, interest, and payments received by the escrow agent from the owner,
pursuant to the terms of this section.
(c) Securities eligible for investment under this section shall include those listed in Section 16430 of
the Government Code, bank or savings and loan certificates of deposit, interest-bearing demand deposit
accounts, standby letters of credit, or any other security mutually agreed to by the contractor and the
public agency. The contractor shall be the beneficial owner of any securities substituted for moneys
withheld and shall receive any interest thereon. Failure to include these provisions in bid and contract
documents shall void any provisions for performance retentions in a public agency contract. For purposes
of this section, the term “public agency” shall include, but shall not be limited to, chartered cities.
(d) (1) Any contractor who elects to receive interest on moneys withheld in retention by a public
agency shall, at the request of any subcontractor, make that option available to the subcontractor
regarding any moneys withheld in retention by the contractor from the subcontractor. If the contractor
elects to receive interest on any moneys withheld in retention by a public agency, then the subcontractor
shall receive the identical rate of interest received by the contractor on any retention moneys withheld
from the subcontractor by the contractor, less any actual pro rata costs associated with administering and
calculating that interest. In the event that the interest rate is a fluctuating rate, the rate for the
subcontractor shall be determined by calculating the interest rate paid during the time that retentions were
withheld from the subcontractor. If the contractor elects to substitute securities in lieu of retention, then,
by mutual consent of the contractor and subcontractor, the subcontractor may substitute securities in
exchange for the release of moneys held in retention by the contractor.
(2) This subdivision shall apply only to those subcontractors performing more than five percent of
the contractor's total bid.
(3) No contractor shall require any subcontractor to waive any provision of this section.
(e) The Legislature hereby declares that the provisions of this section are of statewide concern and are
necessary to encourage full participation by contractors and subcontractors in public contract procedures.
(f) The escrow agreement used hereunder shall be null, void, and unenforceable unless it is
substantially similar to the following form:
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ESCROW AGREEMENT FOR SECURITY DEPOSITS IN LIEU OF RETENTION
This Escrow Agreement is made and entered into by and between
whose address is hereinafter called “Owner,”
whose address is hereinafter called “Contractor” and
whose address is hereinafter called “Escrow Agent.”
For the consideration hereinafter set forth, the Owner, Contractor, and Escrow Agent agree as follows:
(1) Pursuant to Section 22300 of the Public Contract Code of the State of California, Contractor has
the option to deposit securities with Escrow Agent as a substitute for retention earnings required to be
withheld by Owner pursuant to the Construction Contract entered into between the Owner and Contractor
for ____ in the amount of ____dated ____ (hereinafter referred to as the “Contract”). Alternatively, on
written request of the Contractor, the Owner shall make payments of the retention earnings directly to the
Escrow Agent. When the Contractor deposits the securities as a substitute for Contract earnings, the
Escrow Agent shall notify the Owner within 10 days of the deposit. The market value of the securities at
the time of the substitution shall be at least equal to the cash amount then required to be withheld as
retention under the terms of the Contract between the Owner and Contractor. Securities shall be held in
the name of ____, and shall designate the Contractor as the beneficial owner.
(2) The Owner shall make progress payments to the Contractor for those funds which otherwise would
be withheld from progress payments pursuant to the Contract provisions, provided that the Escrow Agent
holds securities in the form and amount specified above.
(3) When the Owner makes payment of retentions earned directly to the Escrow Agent, the Escrow
Agent shall hold them for the benefit of the Contractor until the time that the escrow created under this
contract is terminated. The Contractor may direct the investment of the payments into securities. All terms
and conditions of this agreement and the rights and responsibilities of the parties shall be equally
applicable and binding when the Owner pays the Escrow Agent directly.
(4) Contractor shall be responsible for paying all fees for the expenses incurred by Escrow Agent in
administering the Escrow Account and all expenses of the Owner. These expenses and payment terms
shall be determined by the Owner, Contractor, and Escrow Agent.
(5) The interest earned on the securities or the money market accounts held in escrow and all interest
earned on that interest shall be for the sole account of Contractor and shall be subject to withdrawal by
Contractor at any time and from time to time without notice to the Owner.
(6) Contractor shall have the right to withdraw all or any part of the principal in the Escrow Account
only by written notice to Escrow Agent accompanied by written authorization from the Owner to the
Escrow Agent that Owner consents to the withdrawal of the amount sought to be withdrawn by
Contractor.
(7) The Owner shall have a right to draw upon the securities in the event of default by the Contractor.
Upon seven days' written notice to the Escrow Agent from the owner of the default, the Escrow Agent
shall immediately convert the securities to cash and shall distribute the cash as instructed by the Owner.
(8) Upon receipt of written notification from the Owner certifying that the Contract is final and
complete, and that the Contractor has complied with all requirements and procedures applicable to the
Contract, Escrow Agent shall release to Contractor all securities and interest on deposit less escrow fees
and charges of the Escrow Account. The escrow shall be closed immediately upon disbursement of all
moneys and securities on deposit and payments of fees and charges.
(9) Escrow Agent shall rely on the written notifications from the Owner and the Contractor pursuant
to Sections (5) to (8), inclusive, of this Agreement and the Owner and Contractor shall hold Escrow Agent
harmless from Escrow Agent's release and disbursement of the securities and interest as set forth above.
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(10) The names of the persons who are authorized to give written notice or to receive written notice on
behalf of the Owner and on behalf of Contractor in connection with the foregoing, and exemplars of their
respective signatures are as follows:
On behalf of Owner: On behalf of Contractor:
Name Name
Signature Signature
Title Title
Address Address
On behalf of Escrow Agent:
Name
Signature
Title
Address
At the time the Escrow Account is opened, the Owner and Contractor shall deliver to the Escrow Agent a
fully executed counterpart of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement by their proper officers on the date
first set forth above.
Owner Contractor
Name Name
Signature Signature
Title Title
Attachment H
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SELF-DEALING TRANSACTION DISCLOSURE FORM
In order to conduct business with the County of Fresno (hereinafter referred to as
“County”), members of a corporation’s board of directors of the Consultant, must
disclose any self-dealing transactions that they are a party to while providing goods,
performing services, or both for the County. A self-dealing transaction is defined
below:
“A self-dealing transaction means a transaction to which the corporation is a party and
in which one or more of its directors has a material financial interest”
The definition above will be utilized for purposes of completing this disclosure form.
INSTRUCTIONS
(1) Enter board member’s name, job title (if applicable), and date this disclosure is
being made.
(2) Enter the board member’s company/agency name and address.
(3) Describe in detail the nature of the self-dealing transaction that is being
disclosed to the County. At a minimum, include a description of the following:
a. The name of the agency/company with which the corporation has the
transaction; and
b. The nature of the material financial interest in the Corporation’s
transaction that the board member has.
(4) Describe in detail why the self-dealing transaction is appropriate based on
applicable provisions of the Corporations Code.
(5) Form must be signed by the board member that is involved in the self-dealing
transaction described in Sections (3) and (4).
Attachment H
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(1) Company Board Member Information:
Name: Date:
Job Title:
(2) Company/Agency Name and Address:
(3) Disclosure (Please describe the nature of the self-dealing transaction you are a party to):
(4) Explain why this self-dealing transaction is consistent with the requirements of Corporations Code 5233 (a):
(5) Authorized Signature
Signature: Date: