(KLZA)-- The Humboldt City Council has approved a request from the Auditorium Board to continue moving the restoration of the building forward.

During the October Council meeting, Auditorium Board member Dennis Crispin requested approval for the Auditorium Board to make preparation to begin construction on the upper floor of the building.

The architects estimate for the work, is just over $226,000. The Council approved $200,000 in funding for the upper floor construction.

The council also approved the Auditorium Board proceeding with the selection of a Construction Manager.