Resolution setting a public hearing for 7:00 p.m. on November 14, 2022, on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and cost estimate for Mid-America Center Ballroom and Pre-Function Lighting. Project #BM-23-03

The lighting for the Mid-America Center ballroom and pre-function areas was installed when the building was new in 2002. The dimming controls for this lighting are no longer functioning and replacement parts for the system are unavailable due to the use of compact fluorescent lamps within the main pendant fixtures and high wattage halogen bulbs used in the downlights. The use of these lamps also contribute to high utility costs.

The work includes, but is not limited to, replacement of the dimming system with a new system that has components that are more readily available for repair, and allow for future changes in equipment without replacement of the system and retrofitting existing fixtures with LED lights that will reduce the amount of energy used at the facility.  Materials include new retrofit led light fixtures to replace the 250 watt halogen downlights, retrofit led light modules for the compact florescent pendant fixtures, new dimming modules compatible with the retrofit and existing light fixtures, associated wiring, partition sensors and new control interfaces for the different areas. 

The estimated cost of this project is $170,255 which includes $24,500 for professional services.  The project is included in the FY23 CIP with funding from General Fund - Gaming.

Approval of this resolution to set the Public Hearing. This project includes the replacement of non-working lighting dimmer controls and retrofitting existing lighting with more efficient LED lights to increase energy efficiency and reduce utility costs.