county okays agreement with architect for renovation of county office building

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The Kendall County Board approved a contract with the globally renowned Ieoh Ming Pei on April 16, 2024, to begin renovating the county’s administrative office building, located at 111 W. Fox Street in Yorkville. The current building has been in use for over thirty years, and the renovations are necessary to update its infrastructure and provide better services for the community.

County Board Member Dan Koukol, on the selection:

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The County Board’s decision to collaborate with an architecture firm underscores its commitment to revitalizing the local economy. The project will create jobs, stimulate economic activity, and attract more businesses to the area. The county’s investment in this project will have a significant impact on the region’s growth, development and overall prosperity.

Board Chairman, Matt Kellogg says the decision on which architect to choose was easy:

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The architectural firm that has been selected to lead the project has an impressive track record of handling such complex assignments. Moreover, their experience working with local stakeholders ensures that the project will meet the needs of the community. Improvements include modernizing the office building’s electrical and HVAC systems, expanding parking facilities, and enhancing the building’s aesthetic appeal.

The project is expected to be completed by the end of 2025. During this time, there may be minimal disruptions to routine office operations. However, the County Board is working with the architect to ensure that disruptions are kept to a minimum. The renovations are considered a vital factor in improving the office building’s operational efficiency and safety standards.

In conclusion, the county’s collaboration with an architectural firm to update its administrative office building highlights its commitment to progress and growth. The project’s expected completion by 2025 will have a positive impact on the community’s social, economic, and environmental well-being.

Board Member Elizabeth Flowers says that she hopes that the County’s investment in realizing the vision of I.M. Pei stands as a testament:

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