Northridge Construction Group Awarded Construction Contract for Athletic Club Improvements
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<< Back to NewsMon 10/18/21
As part of the 2019 Bond Election, Addison Voters approved funds in Proposition C (Parks, Open Space, and Recreation Facilities) and Proposition D (Buildings: Existing Municipal Buildings) to be applied towards the renovation of the Addison Athletic Club (AAC).
At its October 12 meeting Council approved a $4,035,085 construction contract with Northridge Construction Group and approved the project budget in an amount not to exceed $5,077,631 for the following improvements that were part of the Bond program:
- Gymnasium and Track Improvements
- Locker Room Upgrades
- Indoor and Outdoor Pool Modernization
- Roof replacement
- Replacement of the Remaining HVAC Systems
Additionally, as part of the fiscal year 2020 operating budget, funds were initially approved to cash fund core building improvements at the AAC. These improvements were largely focused on updating building interior finishes and furnishings but the budgeted funds were not expended due to uncertainty related to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Town revenues. However, they were incorporated into the development of the AAC project renovation plans and include:
- Paint interior walls (excluding the gymnasium, and locker rooms)
- Replace flooring (excluding wood, fitness, and locker rooms)
- Reconfigure the front desk to improve function
- Remove desk in the fitness area to increase usable space
- Consolidate and update signage
- Replace outdated furniture
- Partially replace lighting
- Secure the administrative offices
Also, as the architect began to develop construction drawings, they identified additional elements of the facility that were in need of repair or updating. Those elements were included as alternate bid items in the construction plans. The alternate items are mostly related to the ceiling inside the building and replacing items to match updated materials being used and will be funded with any unutilized project contingency funds.
The construction is slated to begin near the end of the year. The AAC will be open and operational during construction, although some areas will need to be closed periodically. Locker rooms, however, will be closed during the entire time. Temporary restrooms will be brought in but showers will not be available. Construction is expected to take approximately six months to complete unless there are supply chain issues.
