By comparison, three 10-by-10-foot containers, which would include air conditioning, electrical installation and conduit work, and exterior artwork, would cost the city $483,754.
The monthly shipping container lease would cost tenants $1,500.
“We did look at more options. We could get something less costly, but not as durable,” Herendeen said, adding that the kiosks are the most financially feasible and aesthetically aligned option for the Pier.
During the meeting, committee members ultimately decided to keep the item on the referral list and try to identify a funding source. Once a funding source is identified, it may take a year for the first new kiosks to be installed.
Members also said they would like to see more vendor diversity. They suggested the one-year leases could offer more flexibility for struggling tenants, such as joint or shared leases, as well as more opportunities for the city to promote Marketplace businesses.