Improvements to the Roswell Transit terminal building continue.
The building is located downtown and was originally a Greyhound bus depot built in the 1940s. It’s considered an example of Art Deco and Streamline Moderne architectural styles.
Just steps away from the Chaves County Courthouse and Roswell Visitor Center — both of which are considered historic structures.
Members of the Roswell Finance Committee have recommended that the city council consider approving a change order for the ongoing restroom remodeling project to add another $139,000 to the cost last week.
The original project was funded for nearly $281,000 during the previous budget cycle that ended June 30 but decreased to $139,000 during the current city government budget cycle.
White Rock’s original scope of work on the restrooms was described as including removal and replacement of the west wall and ceiling for the men’s restroom, along with adding a new concrete floor in an area where there is a sanitation work sink. Specific electrical and work projects were also detailed in this agreement.
Outside of the building, workers would be taking out and laying new asphalt in the parking lot.
City Engineer Jim MacCornack raised his hand to speak as committee members questioned the need for more money to complete the project.
“I was there,” MacCornack said. “It’s an old building.”
Some of the things encountered behind the walls weren’t what anyone expected. Such as where pipes and other infrastructure had been placed, he also explained.
A separate vote was required to approve a city budget adjustment.
This bus location also serves Greyhound and is where Roswell Transit office employees work. Along with providing public transit within Roswell, city buses also travel to and from the Roswell Air Center and are sheltered there.
And having restrooms downtown remains an important need.
