PROJECT 11 - PARKS FACILITIES

Campaign Statement: Repair and upgrade current Leisure Services Dept. and Arts and Environmental facilities to ensure that major infrastructure problems and repairs related to public safety and accessibility are addressed.

Project Location: Parks Facilities throughout Athens-Clarke County.

Original Project Budget: $ 2,378,200

Additional Funding: $130,000 (Amendment 2 - April 4, 2000)

Revised Project Budget: $2,430,200

Operating Budget Impact: $1,690.00/Year

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The projects have been prioritized by the Athens-Clarke County Leisure Department along with input from the Manager’s Office and SPLOST Advisory Committee. SPLOST funds will be expended to complete as many of the Renovations, Additions and New Structures as possible.

Group O Project Descriptions: These projects are those that were either started or completed prior to the development of the current Project Description approval process.

• SUB-PROJECT SCNC3.1 - Sandy Creek Nature Center - Security System: This sub-project consists of replacing the existing security systems for all buildings within this park. This installation will be accomplished under one contract and receive quotes utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements. Status: Project is Complete
• SUB-PROJECT BP2.1 - Bishop Park - Replacement of Gymnasium Flooring: This sub-project consists of replacing the existing flooring systems for the playing surfaces within the Gymnasium building. This installation will be accomplished under one contract and receive quotes utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements. Status: Project is Complete
• SUB-PROJECT BP3.1 - Bishop Park - Renovation of Swimming Pool: This sub-project consists of renovating the existing swimming pool within this park. It consists of refurbishing the existing pool walls with a new Fiberglass system, replacement of the gutters and skimmers, enlargement of the pool itself to allow competition swim meets, and covering the pool deck with a synthetic cool deck. This construction will be accomplished under one contract and receive quotes utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements. Status: Project is Complete
• SUB-PROJECT MP4.1 - Memorial Park - Surface Pedestrian Path: This sub-project consists of constructing a concrete walk around the existing lake within this park. This construction will be accomplished utilizing A-CC Leisure Services Department staff. Status: Project is Complete.
• SUB-PROJECT MP5.1 - Memorial Park - Resurface Playground Fall Area: This sub-project consists of replacing the existing Playground surface with shredded tires. This purchase and installation will be accomplished utilizing A-CC Leisure Services Department Staff. Status: Project is Complete
• SUB-PROJECT SM1.1 - Showmobile: This sub-project consists of replacing the existing Showmobile with a new state of the art hydraulic-self leveling one. This purchase of this piece of equipment will be accomplished under one contract and receive bids utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements. Status: Project is Complete
• SUB-PROJECT ROSP1.1 - Rocksprings Community Center - Security System: This sub-project consists of replacing the existing security systems for all buildings within this park. This installation will be accomplished under one contract and receive quotes utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements. Status: Project is Complete

GROUP A - SUB-PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS:

• SUB-PROJECT BP1.1 - Bishop Park Pool House Renovations / ADA Improvements: The existing Pool House, (approximately 2,168 SF ), will be totally renovated. New Plumbing / Fixtures, Mechanical, Electrical / Fixtures will be installed. The interior will be constructed to meet ADA requirements in the shower facilities and toilet stalls. A new 427 SF Gazebo / Lifeguard House will be constructed. This project will be bid utilizing normal ACC Purchasing Requirements. Status: Project is Complete.
• SUB-PROJECT SCP3.1 - Sandy Creek Park Large Picnic Shelter: This sub-project consists of construction of a new pre-manufactured picnic shelter, (3,312 SF ), that can accommodate 300 people. It will also consist of a smaller pre-manufactured shelter, (676 SF), that will contain the ADA accessible men’s and women’s restrooms and outdoor sinks. The site will be landscaped and parking for three vehicles will be constructed. This project will be bid utilizing normal ACC Purchasing Requirements. The Picnic tables and chairs will be purchased under separate contract. Status: Project is Complete.
• SUB-PROJECT SCNC1.1 & SCNC1.2 - Sandy Creek Nature Center Renovations and ADA Improvements: This sub-project consists of the renovation of the existing restrooms and hallway adjacent to the fireside office. It will also include the addition of an attic space above the existing restroom and hallway. The building’s electrical systems will be updated to meet building code requirements. The exterior deck will be expanded by 455 SF to provide an observation area over the duck pond. An ADA accessible ramp will be extended from this deck so that disabled persons will be able to access the other side of the building. In addition, an outdoor teaching area with seating will be constructed. This project will be bid utilizing normal ACC Purchasing Requirements. Status: Project is Complete.
• SUB-PROJECT MP1.1 - Memorial Park New Restroom Facility: This sub-project consists of a new ADA accessible restroom facility for Memorial Park. The facility will be 455 SF and contain a men and women’s restroom. The project will also consist of an ADA accessible trail to be constructed between the existing trail around the lake and the new facility. This sub-project will be constructed with Leisure Services Department Staff. Status: Project is Complete.
• SUB-PROJECT EACP1.1 - East Athens Community Park - Tennis Court Replacement: This sub-project consists of the demolition of the existing tennis court at East Athens Community Park and the construction of two new courts. It will also consist of the required new perimeter fencing and nets. This project has been bid utilizing normal ACC Purchasing Requirements. Status: Project is Complete.

GROUP B - SUB-PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS:

• SUB-PROJECT MP2.1 - Memorial Park Pool House Renovations / ADA Improvements: The existing Pool House will be renovated to add an ADA accessible restroom. Leisure Services department’s staff will accomplish construction. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT SCP2.1: & SCP4.1 - Sandy Creek Park Patrol Dock and ADA access to Beach: This sub-project consist of construction of a new Beach Rental building (395 SF). Included within this building will be an ADA accessible restroom, (to serve the beach area), a concession center, and boat rental / storage. The building will require a new septic field be constructed. The access drive will be regraded to provide ADA access from the main parking lot to the beach area. The Beach Rental building will have a concrete deck around it and two ADA parking spaces. An ADA accessible boardwalk / deck will be constructed to provide accessibility from the asphalt drive to the beach, lake, and canoe rental area. A Premanufactured dock, which includes an H shape dock, covered boat storage, and a connector to the Beach rental building will be purchased and constructed under a separate contract. This project will be bid utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements. Status: Project is Complete.
• SUB-PROJECT SCP5.1 - Sandy Creek Park Beach Wiring Problem: This sub-project consists of replacing the existing wiring for all electrical service to the beach area. This project will be accomplished by Jackson Electric Membership. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT SCP6.1 - Sandy Creek Park - Replace Fishing Pier Decking: This sub-project consists of replacing the wooden decking and all necessary sub-structure of the Sandy Creek Park Fishing Pier. The construction of this project is being accomplished by Leisure Services department staff. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT SCNC4.1 & 5.1 - Sandy Creek Nature Center - Interpretative Trail and General Site Equipment: This sub-project consists of approximately 500 linear feet of exterior boardwalk trail system. This trail will be ADA accessible and have its origin begin at the Natural Science & Appropriate Tech. Center. The trail will have as many as 5 teaching nodes (platforms) connected to the boardwalk. Staff will utilize these teaching nodes as outdoor classrooms. This project will be bid utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT LP1.1 - Thomas N. Lay Park - Resurface Paved Surfaces: This sub-project consists of providing new asphalt surfaces to the service drives, and basketball play areas for this park. This project will be accomplished utilizing the asphalt crews of the Public works department. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT LP4.1 & 5.1 - Thomas N. Lay Park - Interior and Exterior Lighting: This sub-project consists of providing new interior and exterior lighting to the community center at this park. Materials are to be purchased and installed utilizing Leisure Services department staff. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT LP6.1 & 7.1 - Thomas N. Lay Park - Picnic Shelter and General Site Equipment: This project will consist of the purchase of a Premanufactured 20 foot by 30 foot Picnic Shelter and related tables and chairs. This project will be quoted utilizing approved A-CC Purchasing requirements. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT EACP2.1 & 3.1 - East Athens Community Park - Interior and Exterior Lighting: This sub-project consists of providing new interior and exterior lighting to the community center at this park. Materials are to be purchased and installed utilizing Leisure Services department staff. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT EACP4.1 & 6.1 - East Athens Community Park - Renovate Softball Field: This sub-project consists of regrading the existing Softball Field at this park. It will also include re-working of the storm drainage system, sprigging of grass for the field, field irrigation, and a new backstop. This project will be bid concurrently with the East Athens Tech. Park project being sponsored by the Human and Economic Development department. Each project will receive independent pricing as part of this bid package and has the right to either utilize one contractor for both projects, separate contractors for each project, or each projects has the right to not accept a bid. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT EACP5.1 & 7.1 - East Athens Community - Park Picnic Shelter and General Site Equipment: This project will consist of the purchase of a Premanufactured 20 foot by 30 foot Picnic Shelter and related tables and chairs. This project will be quoted utilizing approved A-CC Purchasing requirements Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT ROSP3.1 & 4.1 - Rocksprings Community Center - Roof Repair & Interior Renovations: This project includes re-working the existing roof over the front entrance, construction of two new ADA accessible restrooms, new exterior doors and hardware, new HVAC equipment, painting of interior, re-working of interior ceiling and replacement of certain windows. This project will be quoted utilizing approved A-CC Purchasing requirements. Status: Project is complete.

GROUP C - SUB-PROJECTS DESCRIPTIONS:

• SUB-PROJECT SCP6.1 - Sandy Creek Park - General Site Equipment: The existing Park will receive new Site Equipment such as picnic tables, trash receptacles, surface mounted benches, and fire rings and mounts. These items will be purchased and installed under one contract and receive quotes utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT BP4.1 - Bishop Park - Resurface Asphalt Walkways: This sub-project consists of resurfacing or replacing the existing walkways located within this park. The amount of walkways that will be completed will depend upon allocated funds. This construction will be accomplished under one contract and quotes will be received utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT BP6.1 - Bishop Park - Replace Chain Link Fencing: This sub-project consists of replacing portions of the existing Chain Link Fencing around the perimeter of the Ballfield. This construction will be accomplished under one contract and quotes will be received utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT BP9.1 - Bishop Park - Six sets of Bleachers: This sub-project consists of purchasing Six sets of Bleachers to be utilized at various locations throughout the Park. Leisure Services Department Staff, utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements, is accomplishing the purchase and installation of this project. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT BP10.1 - Bishop Park - Two Roof Top HVAC Units: This sub-project consists of the purchase and installation of Two new Roof Top HVAC Units to replace existing ones on the Gymnasium. Leisure Services department staff, utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements, is accomplishing the purchase and installation of this project. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT BP11.1 - Bishop Park - General Site Equipment: This sub-project consists of purchasing new Site Equipment such as Picnic Tables, Grills, and Trash Receptors to replace existing ones at this park. Leisure Services department staff, utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements, is accomplishing the purchase and installation of this project. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT MP7.1 - Memorial Park - General Site Equipment: This sub-project consists of purchasing new Site Equipment such as Picnic Tables, Grills, and Trash Receptors to replace existing ones at this park. Leisure Services department staff, utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements, is accomplishing the purchase and installation of this project. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT SAP2.1 - Satterfield Park - Replace Bleachers: This sub-project consists of purchasing Eight sets of Bleachers to be utilized at various locations throughout the Park. Leisure Services department staff, utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements, is accomplishing the purchase and installation of this project. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT SAP3.1 - Satterfield Park - Playscape: This sub-project consists of providing new Playground Equipment at this park. Materials are to be purchased and installed utilizing Leisure Services department staff. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT BURP1.1 - Burton Park - Emergency Vehicle Access: This sub-project consists of replacing an existing security gate into the park with a new modern electric Emergency Vehicle Access / Security Gate. Furthermore, it will be the intent of this sub-project to also provide necessary security restraints for other potential entry points into this park. Quotes will be received for the purchase of materials and installation utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing Department requirements. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT BURP4.1 - Burton Park - General Site Equipment: This sub-project consists of purchasing new Site Equipment such as Picnic Tables, Grills, and Trash Receptors to replace existing ones at this park. Leisure Services department staff, utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements, is accomplishing the purchase and installation of this project. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT ROSP5.1 - Rocksprings Community Park - General Site Equipment: This sub-project consists of purchasing new Site Equipment such as Picnic Tables, Grills, and Trash Receptors to replace existing ones at this park. Leisure Services department staff, utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements, is accomplishing the purchase and installation of this project. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT NORP1.1 - North Oconee River Park - Increased Parking: This sub-project consists of the design and construction of parking for this park. Currently there s no parking for this park. It is proposed to include the construction of 10 to 15 parking spaces. At a minimum, one ADA accessible parking space will be constructed. The construction will be accomplished by an outside contractor utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing Department requirements. Status: Project is complete.
• SUB-PROJECT YSCPX1.1 - Youth Sports Complex - General Site Equipment: This sub-project consists of purchasing new Site Equipment such as Picnic Tables, Grills, and Trash Receptors to replace existing ones at this park. Leisure Services department staff, utilizing normal A-CC Purchasing requirements, is accomplishing the purchase and installation of this project. (The Leisure Services Department has decided that, in lieu of above identified scope of work, HVAC should be provided for the existing concession buildings.) Status: Project is complete.

Project Design Consultant: Benchmark Design Intern’l

Sponsoring Department: Leisure Services Dept.

Department Director: Deborah Mockus

Associated Organizations: None

Other Interested Organizations: None

Verifications/Approvals:

• Mayor & Chair & Commission: 05/06/97 - SPLOST Project Request
• SPLOST IV Advisory Comm: 04/24/97 - Leisure Services Master Plan
• Manager’s Office: 02/24/97
• Responsible Department: 02/24/97

Current Status:

Action Since Last Report: Project is complete.

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