Victoria Bryant, representing Arc of Saint Charles, told the council the organization’s Buildings A and B "must be demolished" because they cannot be upgraded to meet code. Bryant described longstanding problems at the site, including mold, electrical and plumbing issues, and said the facility has been patched over for years rather than replaced.

Bryant said the budget before the council shows only the anticipated first bond payment — about $450,000 — in 2026 and does not contain the full project cost or construction funding; Arc staff are awaiting bond approval to finance the full demolition and rebuild. She said the project predates her tenure (she began in 1994) and that some clients recall the facility being in place in 1971.

Council members also asked about vehicle replacement. Bryant said Arc currently uses Department of Transportation vehicles that require frequent maintenance and do not meet the organization’s needs; ADA‑compatible vehicles with modified seating for wheelchairs cost roughly $90,000 to $100,000 each. She said two were obtained last year but additional purchases are on hold pending decisions about the buildings and bond financing.

No formal council action on Arc’s bonding or capital project was taken at this meeting; Arc representatives were in chambers during the public hearing.