Pearlgate Recreation Multiplex Project Quarterly Update
December 6, 2012
“This expanded facility will be one of the most well-used community places for multiple sporting and community group activities, truly a hub of recreation”, says Mayor Randy Simms. “As a municipality, we are proud this facility has been designed to LEED standards, a third-party certification program and an internationally-accepted benchmark for design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings”.
Background
Construction Update to November 30, 2012 (Click here to see a Time Lapse Video of the construction or here for the construction photo gallery)
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New upper parking lot is now open to the public.
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To date approximately 25 of the 48 geothermal wells had been drilled onsite.
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New brick installation has started and is nearing completion on the southwest side of the Reid Centre. Brick work will continue while weather permits with the remaining brick work to be completed next summer.
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Multiplex mechanical room foundation work is approximately 65% complete.
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Clockwise foundation work for fitness centre area is approximately 20% complete.
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Lap pool concrete work is approximately 60% complete.
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Multiplex project is approximately 21% complete.
Construction to Year End 2012
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Curb/sidewalk work and parking lot paving will continue in the existing Reid Centre parking lot area.
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Building structural steel delivery and structural steel work is anticipated to start early December.
Interesting Facts about the Project
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New Multiplex facility is designed to be a LEED® certified Silver building. LEED® stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design and is a third-party certification program and an internationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings. The Canadian system is owned and registered by the Canada Green Building Council. For more information on LEED refer to the Canada Green Building Council Website (www.cagbc.org)
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The Multiplex facility will use geothermal heating system to heat the building. There will be a total of 48 geothermal wells drilled for this facility. Each well is approximately 500 feet deep and will use the earth’s heat to assist in regulating the temperatures in the facility during the winter and summer months.
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Waste heat from the Glacier will be reused in the Multiplex to help heat the facility and the swimming pool.
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Rainwater will be collected and reused in the facility to reduce water consumption.
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Construction materials will utilize recycled materials where possible.
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The prime contractor is Marco Services Limited and the prime consultant is BAE Newplan Group Limited.
Funding
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The cost to construct the Pearlgate Recreation Multiplex is approximately $32 million dollars (excluding HST)
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Under the Building Canada Fund (a partnership of the Government of Canada and Government of Newfoundland and Labrador), a total of $11.3 million was approved in 2009 to assist in the completion of both the Glacier Expansion and Pearlgate Recreation Multiplex (Reid Centre Expansion) projects.
Public Impacts
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During construction in 2012/2013 access around the rear entrance of the Glacier 2 will be restricted due to ongoing construction activity. Keep checking the City website for ongoing updates regarding traffic flow in the area.
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During construction in 2012 traffic flow around the Reid Centre northern parking area will be restricted until geothermal construction work and paving of the area is completed in late 2012.
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Impacts to various user groups and the public renting or using the following facilities (Reid Centre, Glacier, and Track and Field Complex) may occur during the course of construction in 2012/2013. User groups should coordinate regularly with the City’s Community Services Department regarding updates.
Construction Timeline
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The Pearlgate Recreation Multiplex construction started June 2012 and is scheduled to be completed June 2014.
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At this point in time there are no delays in schedule.
Questions
Contact Engineering Services at 748-1018 or engineering@mountpearl.ca.
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Mount Pearl to Receive $6.1 million for Municipal Infrastructure
Provincial Department of Municipal Affairs and the City of Mount Pearl
2012-2014 Capital Works Projects Announced - September 17, 2012
The Dunderdale Government will support improvements to the Team Gushue Park facility and improvements to roads in Mount Pearl through an investment of approximately $6.1 million through the 2012-14 Multi-Year Capital Works Program. The total investment in municipal infrastructure, including a $3.1 million contribution by the City of Mount Pearl, is $9.2 million.
The Honourable Kevin O’Brien, Minister of Municipal Affairs, outlined details of the allocation today (Monday, September 17) at Mount Pearl City Hall. The Minister was joined by the Honourable Paul Davis, Minister of Service NL and MHA for Topsail; Steve Kent, MHA for Mount Pearl North; and Paul Lane, MHA for Mount Pearl South.
“Through our capital works program, our government continues to place priority on ensuring that cities and towns throughout the province have modern municipal infrastructure,” said Minister O’Brien. “Through this investment, the City of Mount Pearl will make necessary improvements in roads and improve access to one of its sport complexes. I applaud Mount Pearl for its continued commitment to identifying areas of priority and for making the necessary investments to ensure its infrastructure is adequately maintained.”
Funding will support improvements to the Team Gushue Sports Complex, which will include improvements in traffic flow and enhancements to the parking lot. Work has commenced on this project and is expected to be complete in 2013. In addition, street improvements will be undertaken, including paving, and sidewalk and curbing, as well as waterline and storm sewer in some areas. This work is scheduled to begin this year and be completed by 2014. Funding is cost-shared based on population, with the Provincial Government providing 70 per cent of the total cost.
“On behalf of members of Council I wish to extend appreciation to the provincial government and Minister Kevin O’Brien for the significant support provided to our city’s capital works projects,” said Randy Simms, Mayor of Mount Pearl. “Heartfelt thanks are also extended to MHAs Paul Davis, Steve Kent and Paul Lane for their continuous efforts in securing such investments for our municipality. Through this investment, along with municipal funding, we are delighted to advise that improvements are planned for over 20 municipal roads, while essential improvements to Team Gushue Park will benefit thousands of facility users.”
Budget 2012: People and Prosperity included $130 million over two years for municipal capital works projects throughout the province. Since 2008, the Provincial Government has invested over $500 million in municipal capital works projects which has resulted in improved municipal infrastructure across the province. These projects have provided municipalities the opportunity to secure, develop and improve infrastructure for residents and support the long-term sustainability of growth and development of communities throughout the province.
The Provincial Government has also maintained improved cost-shared funding ratios established in 2008 to benefit municipalities. For communities with populations below 3,000, the Provincial Government will continue to invest 90 per cent of the cost of new infrastructure with the municipality providing 10 per cent; 80 per cent of the cost will continue to be covered for populations between 3,000 and 7,000; and 70 per cent of the cost will continue to be covered for municipalities with populations over 7,000.
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Councillor Andrew Ledwell; Councillor Paula Tessier; Paul Lane, MHA, Mount Pearl South; Honourable Kevin O'Brien, Minister, Department of Municipal Affairs; His Worship Mayor Randy Simms; Steve Kent, MHA Mount Pearl North; Honourable Paul Davis, Minister of Service NL and MHA for Topsail; Councillor Dave Aker
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