Contract for Vets Park Locker Room OK’d

At its June 21, 2011 meeting, the Ann Arbor park advisory commission recommended approval of a $131,670 contract with Construction Solutions Inc. to renovate locker rooms at Veterans Memorial Park Pool and Ice Arena. The contract includes $119,700 for the work, plus a 10% ($11,970) contingency. It was the lowest of four bids submitted for the work.

According to a staff memo, the locker rooms get heavy use and were last renovated 20 years ago. Renovations would include installation of barrier-free shower stalls, benches and toilet partitions, energy efficient light fixtures, new windows and an upgraded ventilation system. The project would be paid for from the approved FY 2011 proceeds of the park maintenance and capital improvements millage. The recommendation will be forwarded to city council for final approval.

This brief was filed from the second-floor council chambers at city hall, located at 301 E. Huron St. A more detailed report will follow: [link]