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Convention WayPedestrian Bridge
Connector
Presentation to the Board of County Commissioners
July 13, 2010
Today’s Discussion Topics
Client input
The case for a pedestrian bridge
Proposed renderings from architect
Suggested terms
Staff recommendation
Today’s Discussion Topics
Client input
The case for a pedestrian bridge
Proposed renderings from architect
Suggested terms
Staff recommendation
Client Input
Client Advisory Board Recommendations
OCCC Client Surveys
Trade Show & Convention Industry National Research
Client Advisory Board Members44 Active Members (sampling)
Linda Still,American Association for Cancer Research
Karen Malone, Healthcare Information & Management
Systems Society
Barbara Stroup,Nielsen Business Media
Steve Pitt,National Automobile Dealers Association
Barbara McDaniel,National Training & Simulation Association
Diane Vidoni,International Association of Amusement
Parks & Attractions
Howard Britt,Premiere Shows
Al Rutherford,National Society of Black Engineers
Kelley Butler, McDonalds Corporation
Susan Katz,The True Value Co.
Linda Adams,Florida Nursery, Growers & Landscape Association
Karin Davidson, Performance Racing Industry
2008 Client Survey 950 current and potential clients
A diverse cross section of North American events
Trade Shows large and small
Associations representing virtually every profession
“SMERF” Groups (Social, Military, Educational, Religious & Fraternal)
A Key Question to Clients
What will it take to increase your desire to
meet at the Orange County Convention Center?
“What will it take to increase your desire to meet at the OCCC?”
Convention & Trade Show National Research
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Availability of Hotels & Facilities
Destination Affordability
Transporting Attendees
Transportation Costs
Distance Traveled by Attendees
Climate
Entertainment
Percentage Considered “Very Important”Source: M&C Magazine’s Meetings Market Survey.
2009 “Metropoll” StudyOCCC was ranked #1…
Excellent reputation
Wireless internet connections
Good audio-visual facilities
Good banquet facilities
Labor crew easy to work with
Competent management
Supportive convention bureau
Good food served
Sufficient exhibit space
Adequate seating for largest sessions
Adequate breakout rooms
Adequate trade exhibit facilities
Adequate hotel rooms nearby
Reasonable exhibit setup and service costs
Convention hotel adjacent to Center
Today’s Discussion Topics
Client input
The case for a pedestrian bridge
Proposed renderings from architect
Suggested terms
Staff recommendation
Why do we need this bridge?
Our clients want connectivity
To improve pedestrian safety
To improve customer experience with weather protection
To eliminate the need for costly manpower
To dramatically improve traffic flow
Existing Pedestrian Crosswalk
Existing Pedestrian Crosswalk
Existing Pedestrian Crosswalk
Convention District Connections
What are our competitors doing?
Source: www.indystar.com, July 1, 2010
One of three new sky bridges taking shape between the JW Marriott Hotel and the Indiana Convention Center
Convention Way Pedestrian Bridge Concept
Today’s Discussion Topics
Client input
The case for a pedestrian bridge
Proposed renderings from architect
Suggested terms
Staff recommendation
Mike Chatham, AIA, LEED AP
President & Director of Design
Site Map
Bridge from Convention Way Looking North
Bridge Entry from Convention Center Prefunction
Bridge Entry from Convention Center Terrace
Bridge at Mid-span Looking Towards Rosen Centre
Bridge Connection at Rosen Centre
Bridge Entry from Rosen Centre
Bridge at Mid-span Looking Towards Convention Center
Today’s Discussion Topics
Client input
The case for a pedestrian bridge
Proposed renderings from architect
Suggested terms
Staff recommendation
Convention Way Bridge:Proposed Terms
Designed and constructed by Rosen Hotels
Rosen responsible for all initial costs
County responsible to repay 50% of costs (maximum of $1m)
Payments to be made from OCCC Capital Improvement Plan funds
Convention Way Bridge:Proposed Terms
County approves design
County approves reasonable cost estimate prior to construction
Parties exchange easements for construction and access
County has right to audit costs of project
Rosen ensures lien-free construction
Rosen provides County directed insurance/ indemnification
Convention Way Bridge:Proposed Terms
Each party owns and maintains bridge sections on or over its property
Parties agree on uniform standards for maintenance and appearance
Each party has equal rights to signage (subject to regulations)
Convention Way Bridge:Proposed Terms
Today’s Discussion Topics
Client input
The case for a pedestrian bridge
Proposed renderings from architect
Suggested terms
Staff recommendation
Recommendation to Board
BCC approval of the terms of the proposed Agreement
Delegate to the County Mayor authority to execute the final agreement and other pertinent documents (easement agreements, etc.)