square foot is $21.23 for a total annual cost of $20,062.90. The City would have exclusive use of the building. The rent is inclusive of operating expenses and utilities. As with Option 1, rent would increase 2% per annum for the term of the agreement. Staffing, program materials, advertising, and exhibition expenses are identified in the chart below.
Option 2: Interpretation Centre Only
| Yearly Cost - 1 Day per Month | Yearly Cost - 1 Day per Week | |
|---|---|---|
| Staffing Cost | $2,700.00 | $11,700.00 |
| Yearly Rent | $20,062.90 | $20,062.90 |
| Program Supplies | $1,000.00 | $1,000.00 |
| Advertising | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 |
| Furniture | $1,000.00 | $1,000.00 |
| Exhibition Panels | $4,000.00 | $4,000.00 |
| Total Costs | $30,762.90 | $39,762.90 |
If Council elects to enter into a lease agreement with the OHT, the City would be able to grant LADB access to the space at any time similar to the existing arrangement. Any additional operating days would also result in an additional cost $225 per day relating to staffing requirements ($25/hr for two staff for 4.5hrs).
Should Council choose to lease space from the OHT, a budget issue for ongoing operations (inclusive of the 2% per annum increase) would need to brought forward and included in the 2020 operating budget deliberations.
Consultations:
Frank Scarfone, Manager Real Estate Services Denise Wright, Lease Administrator Tom Graziano, Senior Manager Facilities Adrian Busa, (A) Senior Manager Facilities Madelyn DellaValle, Curator, Museum Windsor Valerie Clifford, Financial Planning Administrator Chris Mahood, Manager, Operations, Ontario Heritage Trust
Conclusion:
The City of Windsor recognizes the importance of honouring our built heritage. The Duff-Bâby House has a long history within our City that has played a long and important role in the development of Sandwich Town.
Planning Act Matters:
N/A