Vision Statement:

The aquatic center exists to meet the aquatic health, safety, recreation, and competition needs for the citizens for the Dalton-Whitfield Co. area.

Mission statement:

The Dalton Parks and Recreation Department, through a coordinated effort, seeks to enrich the

quality of life of the citizens we serve by providing safe and accessible facilities and a diversified program of activities in an effective, efficient,

equitable, and responsive manner.

In short, the current facilities do not meet the programming need/demand for current population in Dalton-Whitfield County.

A new center would likely attract more participants in aquatic activities. This would help make the center a community centerpiece that could help foster economic growth in Dalton and the surrounding areas.

This plan will describe in detail what type of new center is proposed, price range for development and construction of proposed center and operational costs.

“Why Do we need a new aquatic center?”

*Focus on local need; population has outgrown

current outdated facilities; overall fitness;

competition (demand drastically outnumbers

space); outdated specks by national standards-

reduces ability to host meets (economic

development); ADA codes and Special needs

population- temperature, access, and water

depth issues must be addressed.

*Demographics (all estimates as of 1/1/12 via US

census): Population- 103,346; households-

35,369; median household income- $46,479

Products and Services: The proposed center would provide numerous products and services focusing on: Health, Safety, Recreation, and Competition. Specific areas would include the following:

*Community Health and Wellness programs along with physical therapy and rehabilitation- the physical properties of water that assist: buoyancy; reduces weight on painful joints; warm water; increases blood flow; improves flexibility; reduces swelling; offers resistive force

*Learn 2 swim programs (swim lessons)- 11 different “stages”

*Masters programs- competition and fitness aspect

*Recreation events and activities- including USA swimming, school swimming, water polo, diving, masters aquatic activities, and safety and rescue training.

Program opportunities to offer something for everyone

Womb to seasoned adults *Aqua aerobics

*Mother/infant

* Kayak and boating courses

* Snorkeling and scuba

* tri-athlete training

* Camps and clinics

*Water basketball leagues

* EMT rescue training

A “stand” alone building will require approximately 5 acres to meet current needs and allow limited future options (more land more future opportunities).

The proposed center will consist of a pre-engineered insulated panel steel building with approximately 42,000 to 45,000 usable space.

General areas will include:

* community competitive pool with diving boards

*multi-use instructional and programming pool

* locker rooms

* Bleachers

* Classrooms/Meeting rooms

* facility areas, and land exercise areas along with adequate parking.

Initial recommendation is that it be located at 904 Civic Dr. and be managed by the Dalton Parks and Recreation Department.

The options presented are for budget estimate purposes only:

Pool #1: Community competitive pool- 164 feet by 75 feet (12,300 sq. ft.). 50 Meter 10 Lane.

* T= temperature 81 to 83 degrees

* A= sided stair entry

* D= depths ranging from 48” to 84”

$2,100,000- in ground modular construction

$250,000- bulkhead

$150,000- diving equipment

Pool #2: teaching/programming pool- 75 feet

by 30 feet wide (2250 sq. ft.). 25 yard 6 Lane.

T= temperature 87 to 89 degrees

A= access ramped and stairs to enter

D= depths ranging from zero to 54”

$450,000- In ground steel modular

construction

Land area- for exercise equipment

approximately 2000 sq. ft.

* $250,000

Structure 45,000 sq. ft. This would include

entry way, office space, viewing area, vending

and concessions, meeting rooms, locker rooms,

retail space, and land exercise and spectator

seating.

* $7,300,000

Complete construction cost estimate:

• $2,100,000- pool #1 (competition)

• $400,000- pool #2 (teaching/programming)

• $250,000- bulk head

• $150,000- diving equipment

• $450,000- scoreboard and timing system

* $3,400,000- pool sub total

• $7,300,000- building

• $250,000- exercise equipment

• $1,500,000- furnishings, fixtures, and equipment

* $9,050,000- building sub total

• $800,000- architectural, engineering, planning fees

• $900,000- contingency

* $1,700,000- “other fees”

$14,150,000- Project ball park estimate. This does not include land cost or permitting

Based on 45,000 sq. ft. facility with 2 pools

insulated construction and Desert Aire HVAC

$315,000= $7 sq. ft. X 45,000 sq. ft.

$489,000= Salaries (part-time and full-time) 16 part-time $10 hr.; 3 full-time $15 hr.; 1 full-time $30 hr.

$804,000- total yearly operating cost

30%- Adult training (swim, exercise programs)

25%- Swim lessons

20%- Competitive rental (swim clubs, schools)

15%- Daily access fees

7%- Events and concessions

3%- Parties and rentals

TAP (Total Aquatic Breakdown)

3 possible

opportunities…

Renovating current building/pool at main Rec center to include Natatorium,

gymnasium, offices, meeting facilities.

Approximately $17,500,000

Stand alone structure located at 904 Civic Dr. (per Master Plan)

Approximately $14,150,000

Partnering with the Trade Center to utilize meeting space and build pool

space only with auxiliary gymnasium and offices.

Approximately $16,500,000

This proposed facility will meet the current and future generation needs for decades to come

This facility will be an outstanding asset to the overall quality of life for our citizens and provide for substantial economic impact

Thank you for your time and the opportunity

Questions?

Steve Card, CPRP

Director, Dalton Parks and Recreation Department

scard@cityofdalton-ga.gov 706-463-9656