Arlington Parks & Recreation August 12, 2013 Hugh Smith/East Arlington Library Assessment
Arlington Parks & Recreation
August 12, 2013
Hugh Smith/East Arlington Library
Assessment
Budget: $130,000 2008 Bond Funds
Purpose of the Project
• Condition assessment for Hugh Smith• Programmatic assessment for both facilities• Evaluation of site alternatives• Feasibility of co-locating facilities • Evaluate alternatives for senior services• Identification of aquatic needs
History of Facilities
Hugh Smith Recreation Center & Pool
• Originally built in 1963 by the YMCA• Transferred ownership to city in 1972• 25,000 SF two story building• 25 yard, 5 lane pool
History of Facilities
Senior Center
• Constructed in 1994• 10,000 SF building
East Arlington Library
• Opened in 1970, first branch library• In 2000 renovated/expanded building to10,000 SF
Status Update
• Architect has completed a visual assessment of buildings
• Council approval of 14 member citizen committee 6-18-13
• First committee meeting held July 30th
• First public meeting held August 3rd • Architect compiling information from public
meeting
Schedule
2nd Committee Workshop August 28, 2013 2nd Public Meeting Sept 7, 2013Review of Design Options Sept 10-18th
City Council & Park/Library Board Committee October 1-22nd
3rd Committee Workshop October 29, 2013 City Council & Park/Library Board approval November 1 - 28th
Draft Report December 4, 2013Final Report February 5, 2014
Questions?