RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Public Works Director, or designee, to execute a lease with the J. Mortz Limited Partnership for approximately 7,630 square feet of office space at 601 Ferry Street, Martinez for the Public Defender’s Office for a one-year term beginning November 14, 2022, at an annual rent of $100,716.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Rent and occupancy costs are budgeted within the Public Defender’s Office (100% General Fund).
BACKGROUND:
The Public Defender’s Office provides necessary and ongoing legal aid to the County population. Rehabilitation of their workspace is vital to improve workflow and support growth within the department. The Public Defender’s existing facility, located at 800 Ferry Street, Martinez, will undergo capital projects to improve the overall conditions at the property. In order to facilitate the rehabilitation efforts at the property, the staff at the Public Defender’s Office will need a temporary facility to conduct business, therefore will be leasing 601 Ferry Street, Martinez for a one-year term. The commencement date of the lease is November 14, 2022.
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