
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
A lot of activity on site throughout the month of April! Building erectors, tradespeople, inspectors have all been working together harmoniously and safely to increase production on the jobsite. KNCC, BRS, and the Ownership team continue to meet weekly to review progress, discuss challenges, and review lookahead schedules in order to keep the project running smoothly and stay on schedule.
April Activities
April was a busy month around the jobsite! PEMB erection continued to be ongoing with purlins and roof panels being installed, all while electricians, plumbers and HVAC contractors worked around them. This has been an impressive coordination effort by all parties to ensure safety across the project site while material is being craned in place.
Underground utility installation was completed, and concrete slabs were poured. Fire sprinkler piper and duct work were hung in the natatorium while wall panel installation commenced. Additionally, erection of the guard shack was started and completed before the end of the month!
Activities Scheduled For Next Period
In May, the continued installation of wall panels is expected. HVAC ducting installation will also continue in the natatorium and additional concrete slabs will be poured throughout the rest of the building. Baxter will commence on erecting the center section of the building that will house the entry and locker rooms before moving into the west side (Gym, exercise facilities, and administrative offices) toward the end of the month.
HIGHLIGHTS, CHALLENGES, SOLUTIONS
HIGHLIGHTS:
Roof panel installation!
CHALLENGE AND SOLUTIONS:
Coordination all the trades while craning roof panels into the air took a massive effort from all parties in order to stay productive, but more importantly, safe. A safe jobsite and safe working conditions is paramount to a successful project and KNCC’s leadership continues to lead to project success.
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!
January 2025 – RAPRD – Bond Program Newsletter
February 2025 – RAPRD – Bond Program Newsletter
March 2025 – RAPRD – Bond Program Newsletter
April 2025 – RAPRD – Bond Program Newsletter
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
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