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One of the principal purposes of the study is to determine the total cost of the project and from that would be derived the total cost per space.  Based on the previous study by Wilbur Smith, estimated cost per space at that time (1971) would have been $7,000+.  At today's cost index the estimated cost per space would be $9,700.  Of course, future costs would be based on the prevailing market when construction is actually underway.

There is also a potential use for these underground structures in the event of a national emergency.  If adequately constructed and with suitable connections to our buildings, these underground structures could serve as public shelters and also as emergency repositories for museum objects.

The Board then adopted the following motion:

VOTED that the Secretary is authorized to undertake to provide a review and updating of the previous study made by Wilbur Smith and Associates concerning underground parking facilities under the Mall and to present these findings at the May meeting of the Board of Regents.