
Community Recreation Center
Bond program
Bond Kick-off video
As Redmond rapidly continues to grow in population, the new recreational center will provide enhanced facilities to meet the needs of the community and stand as an investment in future generations.
Currently, the Redmond Area Park and Recreation District (RAPRD) administration and activities are hosted at the only public pool in Redmond – the Cascade Swim Center. Opened in 1979, the swim center catered to a population of about 6,500 people in the recreation district. Now, the district encompasses roughly 45,000 people, which has stretched the Cascade Swim Center in capacity with no room for growth in activities.
RAPRD passed a $49M bond in November 2022 to fund the facility.
After the first design phase and based on the actual concepts, the program team realized that adjustments were needed in order to align the project with the budget and maintain the bond commitments.
This construction of a new recreational facility will sit on 10 acres at SW 35th Street and Lava Avenue in Redmond, and is planned to include both a competitive pool and leisure pool, locker rooms, gymnasium, exercise facilities, group fitness rooms, special event spaces, offices and other administrative/support spaces, and more.
The Redmond Area Park & Recreation District project is a crucial investment in the future of the community. It will provide state-of-the-art facilities, modern amenities, and the ability for growth in adding programs and recreational opportunities for generations to come.
Project
Info and updates
New Redmond Regional Recreation Center, approximately 56,000 square feet
- AQUATICS PROGRAM AREAS
- (8) Lane 25 Meter Competition Pool
- 3,815 sq ft Leisure Pool w/ hot tub
- Water Slide
- 1 Meter Diving Boards
- Aquatic Support Spaces – Lifeguards, Storage, Office
- Outdoor Sun deck
- RECREATION PROGRAM AREAS
- Gym – (1) High School court with (2) Middle School cross courts
- On grade Track – 14 laps per mile
- 2800 sq. ft Fitness – includes cardio, circuit, and weights
- (2) 24-30 Person Group Fitness Classrooms
- COMMUNITY PROGRAM AREAS
- Child watch
- Multipurpose/Party Rooms
- 40-Person Classroom
- Teaching Kitchen
- SUPPORT PROGRAM AREAS
- Small lobby
- Views into Leisure pools
- Locker Rooms
- (4) Family Locker Rooms and Lounge
- Admin Area including (6) private offices and 10 open offices
- Conference Room
- Front Desk w/ small food service
General Program Updates
In the month of February, KNCC continued to push on getting all concrete necessary for the structural components of the building poured and ready for building erection in early March. Meanwhile, KNCC, HMK and BRS continue to meet weekly to discuss project questions, issues, challenges, and solutions to those for project productivity.
February Activities
In the month of February, KNCC continued to focus on getting all concrete necessary for the structural components of the building poured and ready for building erection. Along with the concrete, underground (under slab) trenching is taking place for plumbing and electrical so all conduiting is ready for flatwork to be poured.
Meanwhile, KNCC, HMK and BRS continued to meet weekly to discuss project questions, Requests for Information (RFIs), Submittals, and receive updates on the project schedule. The goal is to be well-prepared for future work and not have any surprises. Ongoing communication with Pacific Power regarding service contracts, power delivery, and transformer delivery is also taking place with the team hopeful for updates in March.
Activities Scheduled For Next Period
March is a big month for construction progress. After solving several challenges – material, weather, concrete – building erection will commence on March 3rd. This is a major milestone in this project because it will be the catalyst for all the subcontractor work to really being. The architect team and their consultants will be on site next month for a site visit to review the latest construction of the project and will continue to review and respond to submittals and RFIs so KNCC and their team are ready for the future work.
community details
- Matt Gilman, Chairman
- Kevin Scoggin, Vice-Chair
- Mercedes Bostick-Cook, Director
- David Rouse, Director
- Lena Berry, Director
- JoAnne Fletcher
- Mitchel Elenich
- Karen Danielson
- Louie Arzaga
- Piper Muoio
- Samuel Bernhisel
- Jan Schweizer
Newsletters
Stay up to date on the latest program updates!
February 2024 – RAPRD – Bond Program Newsletter
March 2024 – RAPRD – Bond Program Newsletter
May 2024 – RAPRD – Bond Program Newsletter
June 2024 – RAPRD – Bond Program Newsletter
August 2024 – RAPRD – Bond Program Newsletter
October 2024 – RAPRD – Bond Program Newsletter
November 2024 – RAPRD – Bond Program Newsletter
December 2024 – RAPRD – Bond Program Newsletter
Follow HMK through the process
Griffin Construction meets with SĀJ Architecture and the District for the Construction Manager|General Contractor (CMGC) kickoff meeting. Griffin will provide a valuable service during the preconstruction phase of the project. Throughout the design phases, Griffin will conduct a thorough review of the design and offer valuable recommendations to the Project Team. These recommendations will cover aspects such as constructability, material availability, procurement timelines, construction scheduling, and cost estimates. ...
Completion | The renovation of Jackson County Fire District 5 Station 4 is complete.
The project completed a much-needed seismic retrofit that included a new roof, windows/doors, and exterior siding. The renovations provide the facility with seismic-resisting capability that will enable immediate use in emergency responses following a seismic event. The use of fiber cement siding and masonry details instead of wood will also improve the resiliency of the station during potential wildfires.
Other changes to the station included the conversion of one bay to multi-use with a new shower/restroom that will add capacity for additional personnel during peak wildfire season.
The station is also using four-fold apparatus bay doors that are the first of their kind installed in Southern Oregon. Following the 2020 Almeda Fire that destroyed over 2,500 homes, Jackson County Fire District 5 adopted this style door as a standard for all its stations. The doors are not only more durable and reduce maintenance costs, but they are also much easier to operate during power outages common to catastrophic events.
Upgraded insulation, heating and air conditioning is anticipated to improve firefighter comfort and save operating costs.
Firefighters plan to reoccupy the station in mid-December to early January depending on weather and holiday schedule.
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Exploring the ‘Hidden Heart’ of the New Government and Public Safety Building; the concealed systems in the ceilings, where a complex network of pipes, conduits, and HVAC equipment will tirelessly power the new Government and Public Safety Center!
This intricate web of essential systems is organized and skillfully interwoven within the overhead structure, ensuring seamless electricity, water, and climate control throughout the building.
Multiple subcontractors collaborate closely, orchestrating design, ordering materials, coordinating installation schedules, and executing installation.
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Amity SD | NOVEMBER 2023 Newsletter ...
The Jackson County Fire District 5 Station 4 seismic renovation project reached a significant milestone with the installation of the apparatus bay doors.
Although common in larger districts, these four-fold doors are the first of their kind installed in Southern Oregon. Following the 2020 Almeda Fire that destroyed over 2,500 homes, Jackson County Fire District 5 adopted this style door as a standard for all its stations.
The doors are not only more durable and reduce maintenance costs, but they are also much easier to operate during power outages common to catastrophic events.
The only items remaining are paint touch up and cleaning that will take place in November with Firefighters reoccupying the renovated station in mid-December to early January depending on weather and holiday schedule.
The seismic retrofit project includes a new roof, windows/doors, and exterior siding that should be completed by the fall of 2023 and will make much needed structural upgrades to the station that was originally constructed in 1975.
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Throwback to a Fantastic Day at Amity School District!
We had a blast at our Amity Furniture Selection Fair! A big thank you to everyone who joined us, especially our dedicated staff who shared invaluable insights. This was an opportunity to explore a range of innovative and ergonomic furniture designs and to start making choices for the future of our classrooms.
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