CDC - Item 4B - Conceptual Design of RCRC Expansion and Building ImprovementsROSEMEAD COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND COMMISSION MEMBERS
FROM: JEFF ALLRED, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
DATE: JUNE 28, 2011
SUBJECT: CONCEPTUAL DESIGN OF ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY RECREATION
CENTER EXPANSION AND BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS
SUMMARY
As part of the City's Capital Improvement Program, the City Council approved funding to
renovate and expand the Rosemead Community Recreation Center (RCRC). This
project will include the complete rehabilitation of the RCRC including
facade /beautification improvements, improved disabled access, building /safety
improvements, restroom upgrades, the creation of a computer lab and administrative
offices for recreation staff, heating /ventilation system upgrades, and a building expansion
to house both teen programs and general recreation classes /public activities. It is the
intent that these improvements will incorporate energy conservation features to help
achieve a silver - equivalent rating of the US Green Building Council's Leadership in
Energy and Environmental Design (LEED).
Staff Recommendation
It is recommended that the City Council review the conceptual designs for the Rosemead
Community Recreation Center Improvement Project and provide direction on amenities to
include in the Project.
DISCUSSION
Over the last year, the City completed the Parks and Facilities Master Plan to help serve
as a guide for future capital improvements. As such, the City, with significant public
input, identified a need to rehabilitate and expand the RCRC. The enhancement would
significantly improve public spaces, the exterior building facade, and complete several
facility modernization elements. Together with proposed improvements to the parking
lot/plaza area, this modernization work will help to create a well -used public space for the
community.
The existing facility was built in 1975 and is approximately 17,000 square feet in size.
RCRC serves as a major community recreation facility that houses senior programs,
recreation classes, special functions, and community meetings and events.
APPROVED FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA:
Community Development Commission Meeting
June 28, 2011
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Proposed improvements include the following elements:
• Fagade /Beautification Improvements
• Improved Disabled Access
• Building /Safety Improvements — fire safety, electrical equipment upgrades,
structural reinforcement, and roof repairs
• Energy Efficiency Improvements — heating, ventilation, air conditioning system
modernization; efficient lighting fixtures, drought tolerant landscaping, and
sustainable building materials
• Interior Improvements
• Addition of computer lab
• Addition of administrative offices for recreation staff
• Remodel existing main lobby restroom facilities
• Replace facility flooring and wall treatments
• Install new lighting throughout facility
• New furniture, fixtures and equipment for lobby, offices, computer lab, teen
center, and lounge
Building Expansion — the addition of approximately 3,000 square feet to include
additional classroom space available for general recreation classes and teen /youth
programs; creation of outdoor patio area adjoining new building
• Mini -Plaza — Creation of a small plaza adjacent to building for transit pickup /drop-
off and small public gatherings.
Public Outreach
Three public meetings have been held to take input from the public on this project.
Attendees included community center patrons and nearby residents. The general
response to this project has been positive and there is support for making facility
improvements. Some concerns /comments were expressed about the project, including:
• The relocation of existing classes to other facilities and transportation to facilities;
• Improving signage for all public facilities in the area;
• Improving existing fixtures in restroom areas;
• Reducing exterior noise and amplified sound during evening events;
• Ensure that proposed water features are properly maintained /cleaned; and
• Keep the community informed as the project moves forward.
Community Development Commission Meeting
June 28, 2011
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Timeline /Next Steps
As part of this item, a brief presentation will be reviewed with the City Council, including
the Project's conceptual layout, construction schedule, resident outreach, and estimated
costs. After Council review and direction regarding amenities, work will begin on design
development and construction documents. It is planned that this process will take 60 -90
days. Following the completion of design, bidding will take place and a construction
contract will be presented to the Council for consideration in early fall. It is expected that
construction will begin in October 2011 and take approximately nine (9) months to
complete.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
Funding for this project was approved by the City Council as part of the City's Capital
Improvement Program budget. The project will be funded using a combination of funds
including existing bond proceeds, transportation funds, and a grant from the County of
Los Angeles. At this point, precise cost estimates for the project are not available, but
will be forthcoming in the next several weeks.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Section 15304 (a) of the CEQA Implementing Guidelines. This exemption
covers projects involving minor alterations of land that do not have a significant effect on
the environment.
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