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PUBLIC WORKS DIRECIOR
560 FLEWELLING AVE. •OCOEE,FL 34761
PHONE(407)877-8420•FAX(407)877-0392
STAFF REPORT
DATE: May 30, 1997
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
FROM: Richard Corwin, Public Works Director j49—
RE: Sound Dampening of City Hall Lobby
ISSUE:
Whether or not to consider Soundsoak commercial acoustical wall panels as an
alternative to carpeting, ceiling tiles or hanging panels to reduce sound
transmission in the lobby of City Hall.
BACKGROUND:
A memo dated April 30, 1997 to the City Manager proposed the use of ceiling
tiles to dampen lobby noise. These tiles are applied to the existing ceiling using
an adhesive. The alternative use of carpeting was determined to be costly due to
heavy pedestrian traffic that would create high maintenance and replacement
costs. Hanging panels would interfere with lighting and fire sprinklers. A third
more desirable method is the use of"Soundsoak" wall panels installed behind
the receptionist, the south wall above the bench and on the face of each counter.
RECOMMENDATION:
We recommend the use of"Soundsoak" acoustical wall panels because
installation does not require extensive construction or renovation of existing
structures for installation. These panels are used extensively in buildings with
open areas like the City Hall Lobby to control noise levels. These panels will not
significantly alter the appearance of the lobby area because there is a wide
selection of covering materials and colors available that closely match the
existing color scheme of the lobby.
The cost of"Soundsoak wall panels is estimated to be $6 per square foot
installed or approximately $4,000. This is only a verbal estimate and is
contingent upon any additional installation or written quotes that may be
requested.
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