For the Future of Evergreen Aquatic Center

We envision expanding our pool to better serve our growing community. Our goal is to upgrade our current facility and develop a new two-story building with expanded parking. This is a major step forward, and we’re committed to shaping it with our community. We first shared this vision during our April 2024 April Pool’s Day event. Our plan includes the two phases listed below.

Objective: Enhancing Pool Facilities for Community Safety and Comfort. Revitalize and update the current pool infrastructure for increased safety and improved aesthetics, creating a more welcoming environment for our community.

Scope: 

• New Floor and Wall Tiles: Replace worn-out tiles in the locker rooms to ensure safety and enhance visual appeal
• Fresh Paint: Renovate the interior areas with a fresh coat of paint for a cleaner and brighter atmosphere
• Update Features: Improve essential features like showers, benches, and fixtures for convenience and comfort. This would also go towards getting a new HVAC system so that we can control the temperature
• Window Replacement Completion: Finish the ongoing window replacement project to enhance energy efficiency as we still have 3/4 of windows to still replace
• Proposed addition: Constructing a two-story building adjacent to the side of the building and the parking lot, featuring a conference room, weight room, yoga space, and an additional smaller warm water pool. This expansion aims to accommodate diverse fitness needs and enhance aquatic facilities
• Parking expansion: Expanding the existing parking lot into the adjacent field to accommodate increased demand due to the additional building, ensuring ample parking space for visitors and compensating for potential losses

Environmental Sustainability: Currently we are on our way to adding in solar panels to minimize the carbon footprint of our facility. Adopting energy-efficient windows will optimize natural light and insulation, reducing the reliance on artificial lighting and heating especially if we pair with a new HVAC system.

Community Impact: Ensuring warm locker rooms, upgraded fixtures, and slip-resistant floor tiles offers a range of benefits, particularly for our senior patrons who rely on the pool for fitness and injury recovery. These updates are preventive measures for injury and improve accessibility for all, mitigating potential risks for both young swimmers and seniors. Additionally, refreshing fixtures and paint enhances the pool's appeal for new visitors.

We estimate the budget to amount up to $750K for the various renovations and enhancements:

• New Floor and Wall Tiles: $100,000
• Fresh Paint: $50,000
• Updated Features (showers, benches, fixtures, HVAC system): $300,000
• Window Replacement Completion: $100,000
• Proposed Building Addition: $200,000
• Parking Expansion: $100,000

Objective: Undertake a comprehensive feasibility study and prep phase towards the construction of a new building adjacent to our existing pool premises. This project aims to facilitate the expansion of community services, creating a space that caters to the diverse needs and aspirations of our patrons.

Scope: 

• Architectural Designs: Commissioning professional architects and designers to develop comprehensive architectural plans and structural designs for the envisioned building. This stage ensures the creation of a space that aligns with community requirements while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.
• Community Survey: Conducting an inclusive survey within the community to gather insights into the specific needs and preferences regarding the proposed new building
• Insights garnered from this survey will inform the design phase, ensuring the new facility aligns closely with the desires and well-being of our diverse community.
• Preparation Steps: Engaging in preparatory measures, including thorough land assessments, regulatory compliance checks, and site evaluations, to facilitate the seamless integration of the new building into our existing infrastructure.

Community-Centric Benefits: The proposal for an additional fitness and community center holds significant promise for the youth in our area, especially those enrolled in our scholarship programs. This envisioned space won't merely offer exercise amenities; it will become a hub for skill enhancement, community interaction, and personal development. By providing a dedicated environment for physical fitness and skill-building activities, it aims to instill a sense of belonging and opportunity among the younger members of our community.

Empowering Youth through Employment: In tandem with this expansion, our commitment to fostering employment opportunities for young individuals, starting from the age of 14, will flourish further. The prospective new building is poised to generate more job prospects within our community, thereby empowering youth with invaluable experiences, enriching their personal growth, and nurturing essential professional skills in a supportive environment.

Tailored Facilities for Seniors: The proposed fitness center within the new structure will not just serve the youth but will also cater to the needs of our senior community members. This space will be crafted with facilities tailored specifically for their well-being and fitness requirements. The aim is to create an inclusive and senior-friendly environment that promotes active participation, fosters community engagement, and advocates for a healthier lifestyle among our senior population.

Enhancing Water Safety Education: Additionally, this project's expanded facilities will augment our capacity to provide enhanced water safety education and training programs to a broader audience. The comprehensive amenities within the new space will enable us to diversify our offerings, ensuring the promotion of aquatic safety education, a crucial aspect for the well-being of our community members of all ages.

The estimated budget for this project is $500,000, allocated towards the successful realization of this new addition:

Architectural Designs

• Estimated Cost: $200,000
• Details: This segment involves hiring professional architects and designers to create detailed and comprehensive architectural plans for the new building. The cost includes fees for consultations, design development, engineering plans, and schematic designs.

Community Survey

• Estimated Cost: $50,000
• Details: Conducting an extensive community survey involves expenses related to survey design, data collection tools, hiring surveyors or research firms, analysis of survey results, and the preparation of a comprehensive report based on community feedback.

Preparation Steps

• Estimated Cost: $250,000
• Details: Preparation measures cover various activities such as land assessments, environmental impact studies, regulatory compliance checks, soil testing, zoning evaluations, and site evaluations. It also includes costs associated with legal consultations, permit applications, and other bureaucratic procedures.

Contingency and Miscellaneous

• Estimated Cost: $50,000
• Details: Allocating a contingency budget accounts for unforeseen expenses or adjustments in the process, allowing flexibility to address unexpected challenges that might arise during the project's execution. Additionally, miscellaneous costs may include administrative expenses, project management fees, and other incidentals.