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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPacket - 01/06/2014 - Committee of the Whole
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
McHenry Municipal Center
333 South Green Street, McHenry, IL
Monday, January 6, 2014, 6:00 PM
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Public Input – 10 minute limitation
5. Discussion/Direction regarding Aquatics and Recreation Center Feasibility Study.
6. Adjournment
Derik Morefield, City Administrator
McHenry Municipal Center
333 Green Street
McHenry, Illinois 60050
Phone: (815) 363-2100
Fax: (815) 363-2119
dmorefield@ci.mchenry.il.us
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
AGENDA SUPPLEMENT
DATE: January 6, 2014
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Derik Morefield, City Administrator
Bill Hobson, Deputy City Administrator
RE: Committee of the Whole Discussion/Direction Regarding Aquatic and Recreation
Center Feasibility Study
ATT: City of McHenry Aquatics + Recreation Center Feasibility Study – Completed by
Dewberry Architects
______________________________________________________________________________
Mr. Daniel Atilano, Dewberry Architects Project Manager and Ms. Barbara Heller, Heller &
Heller Consulting will be in attendance at the January 6, 2014 Committee of the Whole Meeting
to provide a summary overview of the results of the Aquatics + Recreation Center Feasibility
Study, to answer questions regarding these results, and to provide technical/professional
insight regarding the city’s options for moving forward with a project.
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide Council and the public with background
information regarding the process leading up to the completion of this feasibility study.
The object of the Committee of the Whole meeting is to allow ample opportunity for Council-
Administration-Professional/Expert discussion regarding the analysis and to provide staff, by
consensus, with direction regarding the project.
BACKGROUND:
The question of a recreation center in the City of McHenry has been a long debated topic. It is
one that has also been tied to the aquatics options with the first discussions dating all the way
back to 1980 and the conversation of whether to build a community pool or a recreation
center. At that time, the community pool option was chosen, built, and opened in 1981. With
this need answered the focus shifted to the possibility of a recreation center. In 1990, the City
conducted a comprehensive Attitude and Interest Survey of residents to identify programs and
facilities desired in the community. A multi-purpose community recreation center was
identified as a need and strongly supported by resident responses.
In 1995 a full audit of the community and a needs assessment was completed, again illustrating
the community’s desire for an indoor recreation facility. Planning began that year to
investigate the size, location and possible funding source for the facility. The preliminary
designs called for a 50-60,000 square foot building that would accommodate a wide variety of
city programs. This facility would potentially be located immediately west of the Municipal
Center and south of Knox Park on land owned by the city.
In 1997 the measure was presented to City Council for a vote with an expansion of the tele-
communications tax as a potential funding source. The measure failed 3-4, yet the need
remained and was recognized. Shortly after, a mechanism was established to divert a portion
of developer donations into a dedicated recreation center fund.
In 2001, the city placed a question of the recreation center on an advisory referendum ballot
asking residents if they would like a recreation facility constructed in the City of McHenry. The
results left the city in essentially the same place as it began with counted ballots amounting to
51-49% opposed to the measure.
At this point the city also explored the option of partnering with a local YMCA on a shared
facility however the details and divided revenue between the agencies proved too large an
obstacle to overcome.
As of 2002 the recreation center fund had grown to $4 Million and the funding mechanism had
expired so no further funds were added to the dedicated account. With no partners and an
estimated price tag of over $10 Million the project was shelved. It was brought up from time to
time at the committee level and most recently discussed at multiple meetings in 2012 with the
potential to utilize the funds to build a recreation center and renovate a now aging community
pool. These thorough discussions, as well as the rising costs of construction that essentially is
deteriorating the accrued money in the recreation center fund, led the city to try to again
answer the recreation center question in a manner that would allow for phasing of both a
recreation and an aquatic facility on the previously identified city owned property.
As part of the FY13/14 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and budget process staff discussed a
number of existing and future facility needs in relation to the existing McHenry Municipal
Center; an aging existing aquatics facility, and the development of space that could consolidate
recreational programming and provide an opportunity for expanded community fitness needs.
The following is a more specific discussion regarding each of these needs.
Municipal Center
Now more than twenty (20) years old, the McHenry Municipal Center was designed and built to
meet the needs of a growing community. Unfortunately, evolving municipal functions over
time, combined with changes in the use of technology, increased programmatic needs in the
area of recreation, and staff/departmental reorganization as a result of the recent economic
downturn. While a comprehensive facility analysis was included in the FY13/14 Budget
(currently being undertaken by FGM Architects) to identify the best use of current space, the
two most obvious and immediate needs relate to the Police Department and the
consolidation/relocation of Recreation Administration and programming space. Ideally, the
space currently utilized by Recreation, located on the 2nd floor directly above Police
Administration, would be made available for Police Department needs. However, there is not
sufficient space within the Municipal Center to relocate Recreation programming.
Recreation Center
As identified earlier in this memorandum, a public recreation facility has long been a goal of the
community. A comprehensive study was completed and an approximate 63,000 square foot
facility was completed in 1995 and, in fact, the desire for such a facility has been so strong as to
have established a developer contribution specifically for the development of a recreation
center as previously discussed. The Recreation Fund currently has a balance of approximately
$4 million however the decline in residential development over the past few years has resulted
in very limited additional contributions to this fund. As a result, the potential for developing
the full scope of recreation center that was envisioned in 1997 is simply not possible.
Aquatic Facility
Knox Park Pool, now the Peter J. Merkel Aquatic Facility, was built in 1981 to serve a
community of 10,737. While the facility has certainly served McHenry well, the reality is that
the facility is nearing the end of its useful life in terms of maintenance and is undersized for a
community of now nearly 28,000 residents.
Project Focus/Process
With an understanding of the dynamics and interrelationship of the needs identified above, City
Administration was able, with gratis assistance from HR Green, to develop conceptualized site
plans for the development of a combined recreation and aquatics facility on the 10+ acre
property owned by the municipality just west of the existing Municipal Center parking lot. The
original thought behind a combined facility is that it could maximize shared space (such as
parking, restroom/changing facilities, public space) and develop a facility that could: 1) provide
a facility that could accommodate consolidated recreation programming (dance classes, group
fitness, multi use rooms), a fitness area (free weights, weight machines, cardio fitness
machines) resulting in recreation services being relocated out of the Municipal Center; 2)
provide a family-oriented aquatics facility to serve the residents of McHenry and attract
customers from the surrounding market area; and, 3) provide sufficient opportunities for future
expansion of both recreation and aquatics, including the eventual decommissioning of the
Peter J. Merkel facility.
At a May 13, 2013 Committee of the Whole meeting Williams Architects presented the
conceptual design to Council and, after discussion, Council concurred that staff should work
with HR Green to develop a formal Request for Qualifications (RFQ). An amendment to the
Recreation Center Fund and professional services agreement with HR Green was approved by
Council on June 3, 2013 and on August 19, 2013 Council approved retaining Dewberry
Architects, Inc. to conduct a feasibility analysis and provide architectural services related to the
design and construction of a recreation/aquatics facility.
Subsequent to the selection of Dewberry Architects, Inc., at the direction of staff Dewberry set
out to develop a plan for a combined recreation and aquatics facility based on a total project
budget of $8 million. This amount was used as a target under the potential for utilizing the $4
million in the Recreation Center Fund and financing the remaining $4 million through bonds
financed with revenues generated by the facility. An important component of Dewberry’s
scope of work was also to conduct financial proformas analyzing various facility concepts with
the goal of identifying a facility sized appropriately to meet the needs of the community, but
that can be funded without the need to utilize General Fund dollars.
RESULTS/ANALYSIS/RECOMMENDATION:
During the week of December 16th staff met with Mr. Daniel Atilano and Ms. Barbara Heller to
discuss the results of the feasibility analysis – a copy of the full report has been included for
Council’s review prior to the January 6, 2014 Committee of the Whole meeting.
As identified, Mr. Atilano and Ms. Heller will be in attendance to provide a summary of the
results of the feasibility study however from a staff perspective it is not recommended that a
combined aquatic/recreation facility be developed at this time. In short, there is not a
combination of recreation center and aquatics programming that provide sufficient revenue
generation to cover the costs of construction and resulting debt service and operations. While
it may be possible that one of the two needs be met – either aquatics or recreational – based
on the information provided, there will most likely still be some alternate funding source (other
than the existing Recreation Fund and potential user/member fees) required to develop such a
facility.
Should Council choose to proceed, it is the opinion of staff that the development of a
recreation-focused facility will address more of the needs of the residents of McHenry by
consolidating recreational programming and providing opportunities for expanded programs
and services. Additionally, the variety of year-round opportunities provided through the
development of a recreation facility, as envisioned, also offer the greatest opportunity for
revenue generation and the ability of the facility to be self-sufficient. Finally, moving recreation
functions out of the Municipal Center will assist in addressing space need requirements of the
Police Department as previously discussed.
City of McHenry
Aquatics + Recreation Center
Feasibility Study
December 12, 2013
Final Report
Prepared by:
Dewberry Architects Inc.
25 S. Grove Avenue, Suite 500
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 695-5840
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Table of Contents
Executive Summary 2
Project Description 3
Goals 4
Total Project Budget / Cost Definitions 5
Feasibility Study Schedule 6
Project Timeline 7
Phase 1: Collect Facts 8
Site Audit
Barn Audit
Barn Adaptive Reuse Case Study
Phase 2: Needs Analysis 20
Site Analysis
Interview Notes
Outdoor Aquatic Trends
Recreation Center Trends
Aquatic Facilities within the Market Area
Demographic Information
Phase 3: Site Concepts 57
Design Charrette
Amenities, Spaces, Costs + Site Concepts
Phase 4: Pro Forma 79
Appendix
Aquatics Pro Forma
Recreation Center Pro Forma
Amortization Schedules
Soils Investigation Report
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Executive Summary
The feasibility study has lead to the following facility related conclusions and recommendations.
Integrate the planned improvements with the barn, skate park and municipal center.
Connecting these areas will provide overflow parking and increase the opportunities for success at the
new improvements. By looking beyond the available site, the planned improvements will strengthen the
existing physical and natural amenities by creating a cam pus feel. This smart planning also maximizes
the construction dollars available for new aquatic and recreation improvements by reducing the site costs
related to parking, roadways and storm water detention.
Renovate the barn in the future to become a banquet facility.
The potential use of this building as a banquet facility adds value to maintaining and retaining it for future
use. Using the Streamwood Park District’s adaptive reuse of their barn to a banquet facility illustrates the
revenue potential of this structure.
Include a fitness center in the new recreation center.
This proven revenue generating space is critical to the financial success of the center. It will be the
number one reason that the majority of community users will use the facility. As noted in this study,
significant opportunities exist to engage inactive populations in exercising. Nationally, for most age
groups, weight training is one of the most frequently mentioned activities that people indicate they would
like to participate.
Multipurpose rooms are the second key component of a planned recreation center.
This revenue generating space is a workhorse and offers opportunities for programs and activities that
appeal to all ages. Flexible spaces are inexpensive to construct and offer the most bang for the dollar in
smaller recreation centers.
Construct a separate and dedicated locker/shower facility for the aquatics park.
Keeping this program component separate from the recreation center will cost less since the facility will
be seasonal which allocates more construction dollars to the recreation center. Locker/shower facilities at
recreation centers are less important to users, expensive to construct and maintain and are not a source
of income. This space can be added to the recreation center in the future if desired and when the
available funds make it feasible.
Long-term construct a gymnasium with an elevated walking track.
Two regulation IHSA basketball courts with a three lane walking track should be added in the second
phase. The site will not support a three basketball court gym due to its size and the limited site available.
Nationally, fitness sports remained the most popular physical activity. The participation rate has held
steady at 60% over the past four years. Running and walking for fitness continue to show a strong and
consistent growth. This activity has appeal to all ages
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Project Description
In August 2013, Dewberry was commissioned by the City of McHenry to complete an aquatics and
recreation center feasibility study for proposed improvements at a 10 acre site south of Knox Park and
west of the Government Center in McHenry, Illinois. The feasibility study will determine the amenities and
program spaces to be included in the proposed aquatics and recreation center. These improvements will
be developed to meet the City’s demographic needs balanced with an understanding of surrounding
competition, the anticipated construction cost, operational costs and the projected revenue. The end goal
is to have a facility that is a break-even or revenue generating service.
This first step will also provide a feasible site concept prior to the start of the design phase.
The following individuals have participated in the feasibility study to date:
City of McHenry:
Sue Low, Mayor
Derik Morefield, City Administrator
Doug Martin, Deputy Administrator
Bill Hobson, Deputy Administrator
Cindy Witt, Superintendent of Recreation
Pattie Lunkenheimer, Athletic Program Coordinator
Dewberry Team :
Tom Seymour, Principal
Daniel Atilano, Project Manager
Brian Meade, Design Director
Kalman Nagy, Designer
Stephen Shatswell, Intern Architect
Nathan Bossenga, Architect / Structural Engineer
Barbara Heller, Heller & Heller Consulting, Inc.
Nick Troy, Heller & Heller Consulting, Inc.
Matt Freeby, Water Technology Inc., Aquatics Project Manager
Adam Pfister, Water Technology Inc., Aquatics Designer
Dean Mueller, Water Technology Inc., Aquatics Architect
HRGreen:
Chad Pieper, City Engineer / Project Manager
Joseph Vavrina, PE, Site / Civil Project Manager
David Reitz, Landscape Architect
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Goals
The project goals indicate what the city wants to achieve and why. The goals are organized into a
framework of four considerations; form, function, economy and time.
Form relates to the site, the physical environment and the quality of the space and construction.
Form is what you will see and feel. Key words are site, environment and quality.
• To provide a “wow” factor that is in alignment with the budget to attract users and reinforce a
sense of place and community pride.
• To design a facility that enhances and compliments the site’s natural features.
Function implies “what’s going to happen in the building.” It concerns activities,
relationships of spaces, and people – their number and characteristics. Key words are people, activities
and relationships.
• To design and plan a multi-generational aquatic and recreation center.
• To incorporate sustainable design practices, materials and systems when feasible.
• To create and strengthen a connection with the Municipal Center and Knox Park.
• To provide staff offices and multipurpose spaces to vacate the Municipal Center.
Economy concerns the initial budget and quality of construction, but also includes
consideration of operation and life cycle costs. Key words are initial budget, operating budget and life
cycle costs.
• To design the improvements to meet the City’s $8M Total Project Budget.
• To plan and design a break-even / revenue generation operation.
• To provide a 40-year, average level of construction quality.
Time has three classifications – past, present and future.
• To consider the historic barn and silo as an integral part of the design solution.
• To open the facility by Memorial Day weekend 2015.
• To develop a site master plan that anticipates future improvements.
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Total Project Budget
Preliminary Phase 1 Costs
A. Aquatic Park/Bath House/Concessions $3,500,000
B. Recreation Center $2,250,000
C. Site Improvements $750,000
D. Total Construction Costs $6,500,000
E. Soft Costs $1,500,000
F. Total Project Budget $8,000,000
Cost Definitions
A. Aquatic Costs: Includes pool, water play features, shade structures, concrete pool and deck,
drainage, diving board(s), perimeter fence, gates, bath house and concessions.
B. Recreation Center: Includes all costs of construction within five feet of the building line. Cost also
includes the general contractor’s overhead and profit or a construction manager’s costs and fee.
Cost includes all equipment items that are installed as part of the building, such as countertops,
water coolers, etc.
C. Site Improvements: Includes all work required which lies within the construction limit boundary
and five feet from the edge of the building and pool. Cost includes storm water detention,
sidewalks, curbs, site graphics, site lighting, landscaping and parking improvements.
D. Total Construction Cost: This represents the total budget for construction.
E. Soft Costs: includes costs of architectural and engineering serv ices plus reimbursable expenses.
Furniture, moveable equipment, owner related costs such as site survey, soil testing, construction
testing, and insurance are also included in this category.
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Feasibility Study Schedule
Activity / Tasks Date
Phase 1: Collect Facts
Site Visit / Barn Audit September 12
Audit Report Week of Sept 16th
Barn Historic Photo Research
Building Code Analysis
Phase 1 Report Completed
Phase 2: Needs Analysis
Interview Preparation + Questions to
Interviewees
Completion by Friday, Aug. 30th
Interviews September 6
Interview Documentation Sept. 9 – Sept. 20th
Research + Demographic Information August 26 – Sept. 20th, 4 weeks
Program of Spaces Sept 9 – 27, 3 weeks
Final Documentation Completed by Tuesday, October 1
Staff Update Monday, October 7
Phase 3: Site Concepts
Develop (3) Facility/Site Concepts October 8 – 25, 3 weeks
Owner Review Meeting Week of October 28th
Refine Concepts Nov. 4 – 8, 1 week
Final Documentation Nov. 11 + 12
Presentation to City Wednesday, Nov. 13
Staff Update Monday, November 18
Phase 4: Pro-Forma
Pro-Forma November 12 – Dec. 10, 4 wks
Cost Analysis Nov. 19 – Dec. 4
Owner Review Meeting Thursday, Dec. 5
Final Documentation/PP to DAI Monday, Dec. 9
Final Document to City Wednesday, Dec. 11
City Council Final Report Monday, December 16
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Project Timeline
Activity / Phase Duration Date
Feasibility Study 16 weeks August 26 - December 16, 2013
City Council Presentation + Approval Monday, December 16, 2013
Schematic Design 8 weeks December 17, 2013 – February 12, 2014
City Council Presentation + Approval Monday, February 17
Design Development 8 weeks February 18 – April 16, 2014
City Council Presentation + Approval Monday, April 21
Construction Documents 12 weeks April 17 – July 2, 2014
City Council Presentation + Approval Monday, July 7
Bidding + Award 8 weeks July 8 – September 3, 2014
City Council Bid Approval Monday, September 8
Construction 9 months September 15, 2014 – May 15, 2015
Grand Opening Saturday, May 30, 2015
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Phase 1: Collect Facts
Site Audit
Knox Park and Municipal Center Site Plan Evaluation / Review of Existing Utilities
As a first step in the investigation of the project site, a topographical survey has been completed of the
initial project site. This survey was performed to identify the property boundaries and all existing
improvements and nature features relative to the site. This information is critical to the layout and design
of the site.
From the survey we were able to ascertain the location and sizes of the existing water mains and sanitary
sewers that will serve this site. It is to be noted that these utilities were installed as a part of the Municipal
Drive project with the intent of serving a facility of this kind. We were also able to locate the existing
access point to the site. Locations for possible site connection to the both the existing municipal building
parking lot and the gravel lot adjacent the Knox Park barn were also located.
The existing storm sewer that serves this site was also located in this survey. This sewer system,
installed during the Municipal Drive project, was sized to accommodate the storm water run-off assuming
a recreational facility would be constructed. The sewer system was installed at the low point of the site,
which is planned to serve as the future detention pond for the site.
Topographic Survey
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Soil Boring Analysis
Also included in the initial investigation of the site was to determine the location and size of a soil borrow
pit that was constructed on this site in the early 1980’s. Fill material from this site was used to create the
original bridge abutments on the Miller Road bridge over the Fox River. Good material was taken from
this site for the bridge and the poor material from the bridge site was placed back in the hole left on this
site. No records of the location of this pit could be found. The location and depth of this pit could greatly
affect this project by increasing the removal costs for bad material or sifting the location of the proposed
buildings.
To find the pit, a material specialist started with a series of soil borings laid out in a grid. Luckily, they
were able to locate this pit and determine the rough extent of the fill material. The findings discovered
that the size of the pit is relatively small and the fill is not very deep. It appears from the initial
investigation that the impact from this pit will be minimal.
The soils report is included in the Appendix of this report.
Knox Park Restrictions
Chad Pieper was informed by Dave Sellman, of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources that the
Knox Park property grant restrictions would not allow an indoor recreation facility to be built within the
park boundaries. Mr. Sellman did state that there shouldn’t be a problem if an outdoor pool did cross
onto the Knox park property.
Section 6(f) (3) of the federal, Land & Water Conser vation Fund (L&WCF) Act of 1965, as amended,
requires that all properties acquired and/or developed with L&WCF grant assistance must be maintained
and used, in perpetuity, for public outdoor recreation use. Such properties may not be utilized or
developed for any use other than public outdoor recreation. This includes the Development of indoor
recreation facilities, or the granting of easements, road rights-of-way, leases or other land encumbrances
or actions which reduce the amount of land originally included within the “L&WCF Project Boundary Area”
and dedicated for public outdoor recreation as part of the approved grant project.
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Barn Audit
On September 12, 2013, Chad Pieper, Joe Vavrina, Bill Hobson, Nathan Bossenga and Daniel Atilano
toured the site and the adjacent barn and silo. The purpose of the on-site inspections was to document
the existing condition of the barn and silo, adjacent improvements and existing site conditions. The
facility assessment is based on limited visual inspections. The following is an overview of the barn and
silo’s existing condition along with recommendations f or potential future use.
Southwest View
The building is located in Knox Park in McHenry at the end of Knox Drive, just east of Route 31. The
building is a wood framed barn with a cast-in-place concrete silo. A large gravel parking lot and drive
surrounds the barn and is shared with the skate board park that is also in Knox Park. The barn has two
levels, with a partial loft on the upper level. Currently the upper level of the barn is used for storage. The
lower level is primarily unused. All levels were made available for the assessment. The assessment was
visual in nature; no destructive testing was conducted as part of this assessment.
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View from West View from South
View from East View from North
The barn originally served as a dairy barn for the farm that was previously at this site. The property was
acquired by the City of McHenry in 1979. The overall dimensions of the barn are approximately 36 x 80
or 2,880 square feet on the lower and upper levels. The loft at the south end of the barn is approxim ately
580 square feet.
The barn is currently used for equipment storage and seasonal items. The local Jaycees use the lower
level each Fall for their haunted house The barn is located at the southwest portion of Knox Park at the
top of a hill. In the immediate vicinity of the barn is a large gravel parking lot that also serves as parking
for the nearby skate park and picnic area.
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View looking East to Skate Park Picnic Pavilion
Site Map
Access to the upper level of the barn is via an earthen gravel ramp that aligns with a large sliding barn
door on the west side. The site allows for a walkout basement on the north, south and east sides with the
grade on the west side approximately five feet below the floor of the upper level. Access to the lower
level is provided by a pair of sliding doors on the south and single hinged door on the north side. The
upper level has two elevated areas. A loft is across the south end of the barn and a newly constructed
storage area at the west side of the barn. Wood stairs leading to the loft on the south end while no
permanent access is provided to the elevated storage area on the west. It appears the loft of the south
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maybe original to the barn, but the loft on the west was added by the park district for increased storage.
There is a cast-in-place concrete silo, located adjacent to the North West corner of the barn. No access
into the silo is provided.
South Loft with Stair
The building is a wood framed post and beam structure supported on a cast-in-place concrete foundation.
The lower level has a concrete slab-on-grade floor. When the City acquired the property, they had the
troughs and depressions in the slab filled with concrete to create a level floor. The structure is a post and
beam system of load bearing interior and exterior wood stud walls supporting rough-sawn wood floor
joists. The upper/main level floor framing was not visible due to a ceiling present in the lower level. The
upper level floor consists of a majority of wood plank floor boards with areas overlaid with plywood. The
building structure overall is in satisfactory condition for its age and previous function. Local areas of rot or
other damage were visible in the exterior siding.
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North-South Building Cross-Section Looking East
Interior End Wall and Ceiling Post and Beam Connection Detail
Interior Post and Beam Framing Storage at West Wall
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The barn has an electrical panel box in the lower level along the west wall close to the south corner. The
transformer and metering for the electrical service for the adjacent skate park is next to the metering for
the barn. There is also an emergency phone located on the east side and security cameras on the south
and west sides of the barn. No other utilities (water, gas and sewer) service the barn. A fire hydrant is
located on the far west side of the property that could potentially be used to provide water service to the
barn. The closest locations of other utilities are not known at this time. There is no heating or cooling
system for the barn. The building does not have fire sprinkler system or a fire alarm system.
Electrical Transformer and Meters Emergency Phone at Southeast Corner
The exterior of the building is in satisfactory condition. The building in currently clad with vertical wood
plank siding painted red. All the windows on the upper level and most of the windows for the building
have been removed and replaced with siding. There are two wood frame windows on the north side in
the lower level that remain. The building has an asphalt shingle roof that was installed seven to eight
years ago as per the City. At that time, plywood sheathing was added on top of the wood plank roof
boards to provide an adequate surface for the shingles. The barn does not have gutters and downspouts.
Existing Windows on the North Elevation Infill of Original Windows on Upper Level
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The following items will need to be installed if the building is converted for public use.
o Air / vapor barrier
o Wall + roof insulation
o Egress from the upper level
o Restrooms
o ADA compliance
o Heating and cooling system
o Lighting
o Gas, water and sanitary service
o Fire protection and alarm systems
View Looking East at Skate Park
Side Wall Framing Detail Post / Beam / Ceiling Framing
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Comments + Future Considerations
1. Although, the barn is not part of the proposed improvements included in this study, it’s value to the
community is very high from a historic and potential revenue generating perspective.
2. The overall structure of the building appears to be in satisfactory condition with the main level of the
interior being well preserved and original.
3. Consideration of an adaptive reuse to be used as a banquet/meeting facility presents a great
opportunity to preserve the structure while providing value to the community.
4. A catering kitchen, restrooms, elevator, fire stairs and office space will need to be added if the barn is
converted into a banquet/meeting facility.
5. A preliminary code review supports that the adaptive reuse is a viable option with code compliance.
6. Using the Hoosier Grove Barn located in Streamwood, Illinois as a case study, the potential to create
a revenue-generation operation in an historic barn is a unique and limited opportunity available to
municipal units of government.
7. The national average for banquet facility seating is 175. The Knox Barn will seat 140 – 180
increasing the potential for success. The Hoosier Grove Barn in Streamwood, IL seats 108.
8. Access to the site is easy and convenient to potential users with the site being immediately adjacent
to Route 31 and Bull Valley Drive.
9. The Knox Barn has the potential to become a treasured and iconic symbol of the community’s past.
10. The applicability of these requirements will need to be reviewed with the building code officials to
better understand their implications after the building’s use is determined.
11. Development of a site master plan should be undertaken to fully discover the potential of this historic
site and the surrounding attributes.
12. If the barn is not restored, over time it will continue to deteriorate and eventually be lost forever.
3D Interior Views of Restored Barn
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Barn Adaptive Reuse Case Study
Hoosier Grove Barn, Streamwood, IL
The Hoosier Grove Barn was built in 1888 in an area known as Hoosier Grove in the 1870s. The barn
and surrounding land was used to raise dairy cows. Renovation began in 1993 on the 2,000 square foot
barn that has been transformed into a banquet and m eeting room facility operated by the Streamwood
Park District.
Seating capacity is dependent on the configuration ranging from 108 for banquet style, 200 for cocktails
and 300 for stand-up networking. Bar and beverage packages are available. The 2014 Wedding
Package Pricing is $1,750 facility fee, $25 per person with 65 guest minimum that includes an open bar
for five hours plus a $3 per person beverage charge for people under 21 years old. Other rentals include
birthday party packages, baby/bridal showers, baptisms, anniversary parties, business meetings,
seminars, trainings, rehearsal dinners, and graduation/retirement parties.
The wedding rentals for 2013 total 46 as reported by Leslie DeMoss, Event/Corporate Services Manager
for the Streamwood Park District. The national average size for wedding banquets is 175 with 225 – 250
being ideal. The park district uses 60” diameter tables with 8 chairs along with rectangular front tables to
accommodate 108 on the main floor and 20 in the loft. The loft is used by the bridal party during
weddings. The available rental square footage is approximately 1,835 square feet which includes 1,460
square feet on the main level and 375 square feet in the loft. The overall barn dimensions are 37’-4” x
61’-5”.
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Renovated Interior
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Phase 2: Needs Analysis
Site Analysis
o 100 – 130 potential parking spaces adjacent to barn and skate park at existing gravel lot
o 140 parking spaces at Municipal Center
o Existing site is approximately 10 acres
o Existing storm water retention at southeast
o Future storm water retention planned at southwest
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Preliminary Site Concepts
The following three site concepts were presented during the interview process.
Concept #1
o Center approach from Municipal Drive
o Parking and drive connection with
existing Municipal Center lot
o 222 Phase 1 parking spaces
o 328 total parking spaces
o East – West building orientation ideal for
energy conservation
Site Concept #2
o Axial relationship to Municipal Center
o Parking and drive connection to the
existing Municipal Center lot
o 202 Phase 1 parking spaces
Site Concept #3
o Approach from Municipal Drive and
Knox Park
o Improves existing gravel drive and
parking adjacent to barn and skate park
o 253 Phase 1 parking spaces
o 310 total parking spaces
o Drive and parking are separated from
the existing Municipal Center
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Interviews + Notes
On September 6, 2013, Barbara Heller, Adam Pfister, Dean Mueller, Chad Pieper and Daniel Atilano met
with the following individuals to understand the existing levels of service and the perceived needs of
various user groups in the community.
The format of the one hour interviews was discussion and note-taking. A list of questions was distributed
to the participants prior to the meetings to better prepare them.
9:00 am – 10:00 am Mayor Sue Low
10:00 am – 11:00 am Derik Morefield, City Administrator
11:00 am – Noon Doug Martin, Deputy Administrator
1:15 pm – 2:15 pm Cindy Witt, Superintendent of Recreation
Pattie Lunkenheimer, Athletic Program Coordinator
2:20 pm – 3:20 pm Bill Hobson, Deputy Administrator
1. What financial goals do you have for the proposed facility improvements?
o Revenue generating or break-even is the goal for the improvements
o Break-even operation is the baseline as a goal
o Financially, to be self-sustaining, on a year-round basis, to the point where operations
can be funded but also regular maintenance and some m onies can be set aside annually
for future capital improvements and expansion.
o To create a facility that is affordable for diverse socioeconomic groups within the City.
o To bring in money from outside the community.
2. Based on what you know now, what are the different types of spaces you feel would be most
beneficial (indoor walking/jogging track, aquatics, fitness, group exercise, etc.)?
o Family oriented aquatics facility – multi-use + multi-generational important
o Achieving a balance of aquatic and recreation center im provements
o “Wow” factor in the improvements
o Outdoor patio for use by patrons and public at Knox Park
Aquatics Park (1,000 bather load / existing Knox Pool is 490 / Woodstock aquatics is 1,000)
o Water slides
o Lazy river
o Zip-line
o Party cabanas for rental income
o Sand volleyball / sand play areas
o Hot tub
o Spray pad for use by residents located outside of the aquatic park
o Deep water w/climbing wall
o Movie nights
o Future 6 lane, 25 yard lap pool – currently use existing HS indoor pool built in 1968
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o Zero depth pool w/max 5’ depth
o Concessions – use by pool / rec / public (could be operated by an outside vendor vs in-
house)
o Storage
o The aquatic portion of the facility should include different outdoor options for kids through
grandparents, including the potential to double in the fall/winter months to be utilized for
non-water related activities (tubing).
Recreation Center
o 4 offices
o Vending / lounge / social space / small coffee bar
o Fitness center
o Gym ( 2 – 3 basketball/volleyball courts)
o Indoor Walking / Jogging Track
o Multipurpose spaces with moveable wall partitions f or expansion and contraction
o 3 – 4 multipurpose/classrooms, 10 – 12 + 40 person spaces– arts and crafts, personal
training, w/kitchenette
o The multi-use space(s) should be designed to be utilized for recreation programs and
double as meeting space/space to rent for parties, community gatherings etc. The multi-
use space(s) should have the capability to be different sizes for different types of events
which may occur simultaneously.
o Lobby/control desk
o Locker/showers shared with aquatic park
o Babysitting/daycare w/toilet
o Dance studio with wood floor – this program is very popular
o Preschool programs, toddlers
o WiFi connection
Aquatic Facts
o Woodstock aquatics – zero depth with kids features, 2 slides, with a separate pool for
competition with 1 meter and 3 meter boards and a toddler pool, a lot of open space with
umbrellas with two pavilions with picnic tables that are rentable
o Largest program is the swim team, M-F for 2 months of the summer
o Swim lessons, 6 levels, M – TH
o Open swim in afternoon and evening
3. Where do residents currently go for their indoor recreation needs?
o Charter Fitness
o Crystal Lake, Health Bridge
o Snap Fitness
o Private Gymnastics
o Private Preschool (7 – 8) in town
o NIRSA
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o Private zumba, jazzercise, pole dancing facilities
o Basketball weekly at the high school gym
o Indoor soccer (Crystal Lake/Ridgefield)
o Local martial arts.
Convenience and cost are considerations
4. How do you intend to get community involvement for the project, if it is deemed to be feasible?
o The residents can’t wait for the improvements.
o Very recreation oriented community.
o The buy-in will be very positive
o Community will be excited, a regional draw
o One or series of controlled/orchestrated open houses with exhibits/plans/videos of what
is being considered and provide opportunities for written/oral comments.
o Feedback could be sought through targeted focus groups, newsletter and/or mailings.
o Important to keep the community informed throughout the entire process so no one says I
didn’t know anything about this or why wasn’t I told this was going or what’s being built by
the Municipal Center.
5. Do you have any ideas for partnerships for the facility?
o Attempted a YMCA partnership in the past and failed
o Not sure if there will be any resistance from the City Council on a partnership
o High School – old indoor pool that will fail in the near future due to its age
o Local businesses (Gary Lange + Buss Ford corporate mem berships)
o Centegra – to inform them of what McHenry is planning for their partnership
consideration now or in the future
o Library – potential rental space, however, the location of the library is within ½ mile of site
o NISRA
o McHenry County College
o Corporate business partnership.
o Corporate/not-for-profit/event gatherings in the m ulti-purpose space
o Selling advertising space, although a little leery of this idea - believe it is worth
mentioning
6. Currently, what do you think are the strengths impacting the delivery of quality recreation
activities and services?
o Very collaborative community, fire/school/library meet regularly to discuss sharing
opportunities and fiscally responsible
o City staff
o Instructors
o Strong local recreation/sports groups
o Community support
o Interested and active resident and non-resident population base
o Abundance of park space
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o Diverse recreation venues, such as Petersen Park (including lighted baseball diamond),
downtown Veterans Memorial Park, newly constructed McBark Park and Historic
Petersen Farm.
o Close proximity to many county conservation areas and state parks are a benefit, as well
as the Fox River, proximity to Chain of Lakes and Wisconsin.
7. Currently, what do you think are the barriers impacting the delivery of quality recreation activities
and services?
o The existing space is limited and doesn’t serve the public
o Lack of usable program space (indoor venue options), program space which is scattered
throughout the community, lack of an aquatic-type facility/recreation option, undersized
pool, growing population and limited City staff.
o Lack of Space
o Availability of Space
o Inappropriate space for activity
o Lack of staff
8. What activities and events would you like to host?
o Open space/multipurpose spaces
o Fitness classes are very popular
o Rentals for aquatic parties / cabana(s)
o Small and large private/public gatherings, parties and different types of community
events/celebrations.
o Employee-only functions or special group days
o Outdoor barbecues
o Outdoor events and gatherings
o Gym space would enable more activities and events to occur without sacrificing
9. What are your fears or concerns if the improvements are implemented?
o This project is a win-win, no fears or concerns
o Need for a family related aquatics facility
o Have a facility that can be used year-around
o Lockers and concessions to serve the rec center, aquatic and public
o Connection with Knox Park should be tied in
o Successful financially with a conservative approach
o Ability to evolve over time, introduction of new components
o Plan for full build out and phase to make it happen
o Negative comments from the community
o The community’s question is “You are spending $8M on what?”
o Ensuring the facility is self-sustaining over many years (both financially and from a
practical recreation standpoint-is what we are offering still popular with the community)
o Having adequate year-round staffing, maintenance (short and long-term)
o Funding for future expansion/capital upgrades
o Lack of parking
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o Risk management
o Being able to go through with multiple phases on somewhat of a predictable timeline
o Continued compliance with all Illinois Health Department Regulations over time as they
may change or become more strict
o How the existing pool facility will tie into this project and how this may impact any new
facility financially.
o How this project will be physically connected to Knox Park Barn, skate park, Municipal
Center, tennis courts and Peter Merkel Aquatic Facility (existing pool)
o Concerned this facility will be different / somewhat unique from existing facilities
10. What are your dreams and aspirations for this project?
o To get the parks department out of the municipal center. Now located above the police
department and they need more space.
o Security with evening classes people come in and out of the building for parks programs.
o The need for a rec facility has been discussed since 2001. Owner development money
was set aside for the potential improvements.
o The age of the pool is a concern and no longer adequate for the City.
o Derik shared what the Woodstock water park meant to that community.
o Recreational aquatics is the focus, not competitive swimming.
o Multi-generation appeal is important.
o Income generation, self-sustaining, with a break-even operation a minimum.
o Splash pad at Crystal Lake is very popular with residents from the City to visit
o Sustainable design would be an interesting idea that the City Council is they can see the
value of spending the money
o An outdoor patio / space might be something in the future
o Like the concept of connecting with Knox park as an idea
o Potential to grow to a 40,000 population, now 27,000.
o Attraction from other communities is desired.
o Site Concept #3 preferred by all interviewees since it maximizes and maintains a
special element on the property (barn) and it uses the existing parking lot adjacent to
skate park/barn to maximize building and program space
o Shared parking between municipal center and new improvements
o Investment in this improvement will benefit the surrounding commercial development
o The facility will become a destination for aquatics f or multi-age, multi-seasonal and a
youth oriented programs
o The project will be embraced by diverse groups within the City/bring the community and
families together
o Be financially sustainable
o Have something for everyone, facilities and options all generations can enjoy over many
years
o Multiple construction phases with different future recreation options/enhancements over
time
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o Tying the facility into Knox Park Barn and the Peter Merkel Aquatic Facility (current pool),
walking/multi-use paths where people can ride bikes/walk to the facility
o Improving the health/well-being of people in the community, socially, mentally, physically
and emotionally
o Accommodate all user groups
o A “WOW” factor others do not, but this does not necessarily have to be something overly
expensive or a specific aquatic attraction. It could be a type of theme, design
characteristic, etc.
o To have the facility’s design reflect the City of McHenry, and when people come to it
pretend they are blindfolded, and when they enter the facility not knowing where they are
they can deduce through the design, style, architecture, etc. that this is the City of
McHenry. This could be incorporating McHenry history, prairie-style (Frank Lloyd Wright)
architecture, and agricultural/farming past, something distinguishable/unique to the City
of McHenry.
o A great benefit would be for the building to be LEED Certified or at least incorporate
latest in environmental/energy efficient design. This could also include rooftop garden,
native landscaping throughout project, etc.
11. What are the existing aquatic programs?
o Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons @Knox Park Pool (KP)
o Instructional Water Polo @ KP
o Club Water Polo @ KP
o Jr. Lifeguard Training @ KP + Petersen Park Beach
o Lifeguard Training @ KP/Municipal Center (MC)
o Water Safety Instructor Training @ KP, West Campus Pool and MC
o Spring Board Diving @ KP
12. How large is the current Marlins Aquatic Club Swim Team and is there a desire to grow the
program?
o Ages 6 – 8 and 9 – 18 with three practice levels
o Practices: May @ West HS and June – July @ Knox Pool
13. Do you have senior activities and programming and or do you want them in the future?
o Lacking programming
o Compete with senior services in Johnsburg
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Outdoor Aquatic Trends
Innovative Design and Features
Below are some of the innovative trends we are seeing in today’s aquatic marketplace that might be
considered as part of the City’s aquatic center.
Guest accommodations are becoming commonplace in a municipal pool – shade is increasingly
important today along with deck chairs and pavilions where guests can be comfortable. A
comfortable guest spends more time at the park.
Many outdoor Family Aquatic Centers are including rentable cabanas within their facilities that have
become a great source of revenue for municipalities. These cabanas are rented for an increment of time
and allow for families and groups to have a shaded, centralized meeting area.
A popular place for children’s birthday parties is the neighborhood swimming pool. Many aquatic
centers have both indoor air conditioned and outdoor shaded areas designated for these reserved
get-togethers. Many facilities offer packages that also include admission for the attendees, pizza,
snacks and a birthday cake. After follow up with our clients we have found that these areas are
continually reserved and another great source of revenue.
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Conversation and socializing areas within the pool – three to five feet of water – with bubble benches
and sitting areas are becoming prevalent in new designs.
Changes in water filtration systems including UV filtration is another current and future trend in the
industry. UV is quickly becoming a standard for addressing chloramines at indoor aquatic facilities and
proactively addresses Cryptosporidium and other chlorine resistant pathogens in outdoor pools.
Create excitement through the use of furnishings, large umbrellas, and attractive signage.
One final trend that shouldn't be overlooked is theming. Themed environments within a park have
become increasingly popular in municipal and commercial water parks. The ability to package some sort
of experience and create an instant atmosphere transforms guests into another world as they navigate
through the park. This concept creates excitement and a sense of arrival for the guest and can help to
increase the length of stay.
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The inclusion of water playgrounds into municipal parks is on the rise. These interactiv e areas can be
located adjacent to other recreation venues or in stand-alone parks or urban areas.
There are some misconceptions about water playgrounds. If the system has a recirculation system (not a
potable water system) someone still has to keep an eye on sanitation levels, mechanical operations, etc.
at least twice a day. There are also more moving parts and systems can be more complex with the
controller that opens and closes valves in a sequence.
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Designing for future expansion – During the programming and master planning of the projects we can
identify opportunities for future equipment or pool additions for when funds become available and account
for these in the initial design. Examples include building a slide tower that accommodates two slides but
only includes one in the initial project and planning space for water play features that can be added.
Zero depth and tube slides are synonymous with today’s aquatic centers, they aren’t new trends.
People want to be entertained. Commercial water parks are a big influence in the municipal Family
Aquatic Centers. FAC’s are making rides more exciting to keep up with the public’s entertainment needs.
We are starting to see amenities like surf generators, speed slides, wave pools, water coasters, and multi-
level play structures in public aquatic centers.
A unique and challenging opportunity for the design team is the target market mix of both tourists and
local residents. The tourist segment will expect a destination park that will create memorable experiences
and there is an opportunity with the local market to drive repeat guest visitation. The design program
should address both the memorable and repeat guest opportunities.
Design/Product /Vendor Pieces
Aqua – Tainment: Blending aquatics into a theatrical production with high entertainment value that
drives guests to want to return and repeat their experiences.
Hydro-Style: Waterslide appearance customization of fiberglass material, stencil design and theming.
Hydro- Lighting: Thrill ride light show featuring pre-programmed lighting effects within the waterslide.
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Surf Experiences: Today there are more sophisticated systems and more options to choose from for
wave and surf attractions. Surfers can now customize their experience by selecting their wave type and
size via palm device.
Mini-Versions: More suppliers and designers are catering to younger guests and their parents by
providing small versions of typical water park attractions. Mini-Rivers, mini-wave ponds, and mini
versions of waterslides keep the little ones entertained.
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Skill Based Amenities: both wet and dry, challenge guests and their peers to create an interactive
experience; guests will want to improve their skills thus driving guests to return to the water park for
repeat visits.
Non-Traditional Water Park Activities
Aqua Course: Water park activity that incites excitement by traversing guests through an exhilarating
course of ropes, towers, bridges and zip lines while safely harnessed in. Guests can choose from
multiple tracks that are as wet or dry, active or passive, as they want.
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Climbing Walls: Strategically placed walls integrate water and climbing excitement.
Splash and Play: In-Que Entertainment, integrating water and animation to entertain and inform guests
while in line.
There are always new, thrilling rides that push the envelope of new experiences; and the design team will
work to integrate the latest and greatest- most unique attractions into the plan.
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Recreation Center Trends
Fitness centers are the number one reason people use recreation facilities.
This space is also typically the greatest revenue generating space. So your space will never be to large,
only too small. The reason for this space demand is that adults are staying more active to remain healthy
and fit.
Population: 24,000 2013 Fitness Members/ Fees: 1,250/$215,000 Fitness Center Size: 6,300 sf
Highland, IN 2013 Group Exercise Revenue: $57,210 Exercise Studio: 2,150 sf
Group exercise is increasing in popularity.
Not too long ago, one or two group exercise spaces for aerobics and dance was the standard. Now
group exercise classes include spinning, body sculpt, body pump, boot camp conditioning, cardio
challenge, yoga, cardio/strength, pilates, power house, turbo kick and zumba classes to name a few.
Population: 31,500 2013 Fitness Members/Fees: 1,300/$567,822 Fitness Center Size: 5,000 sf
West Dundee, IL 2013 Group Exercise Revenue: $13,779 Exercise Studio: 2,275 sf
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Childcare.
Two-hour childcare has become a standard at today’s recreation centers. Providing spaces that are
tailored to this age group along with being conveniently located have become an important space
component.
Indoor Walking Track.
Everyone from age two to 102 has the ability to walk. An indoor walking track is a good investment and
alternative when inclement weather keeps members indoors or they want to cool down after exercising.
Three lanes with a minimum of 10 - 12 laps per mile is desirable.
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Transparency.
Being able to see the building’s activities from the outside and inside are important and highlights the
activities. Think like a retailer and bring the “merchandise” or activities to the front. Windows provide
building occupants a connection between indoor spaces and the outdoors through the introduction of
daylight and views into the regularly occupied areas of the building which also contributes to well-being.
Healthy buildings for healthy people.
Since we spend 90% of our life indoors, providing a healthy indoor environment is paramount. Striving to
incorporate low to no cost green building practices and components is a minimum goal. Members expect
good indoor environmental quality that won’t be to hot or too cold, have odors or fumes that cause
headaches or poor lighting.
(2) IHSA basketball courts/gym @ 16,500 sf + 3-lane walking track, 12 laps/mile @ 5,500 sf = 22,000 sf
Public-Public and Public-Private Partnerships.
Going alone as a facility operator is becoming a thing of the past. Public/public and public/private
partnerships are becoming the norm. The key to a successful partnership is the early involvement of both
agencies during the design process to provide a well-designed facility.
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Multipurpose Rooms.
The rule of thumb on this space is the more the better. It’s become more and more important to provide
different size spaces that have the ability to expand and contract to accommodate a multitude of activities
and programs. Keeping spaces flexible and non-dedicated increases their generating revenue potential.
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Aquatic Facilities within the Market Area
The following facilities were included to understand locally operated aquatic facility components,
operations and financial results.
Dolphin Cove Family Aquatic Center
Carpentersville, IL
Stingray Bay
Huntley, IL
Barefoot Bay Family Aquatic Center
Mundelein, IL
Woodstock Water Works
Woodstock, IL
Round Lake Aquatic Center
Round Lake, IL
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Dundee Township Park District
Dolphin Cove Family Aquatic Center
300 N. Kennedy Drive, Carpentersville, IL 60110
1,000 Bather Load
Average Drive Time to Facility: 25 minutes
Amenities:
• Zero Depth Pool
• Rip Tide body slide
• Typhoon tube slide
• Splash Down Family slide
• Diving Well with (2) Diving Boards
• Sand Bar Café
• Hide-Away Gift Shop
• Children’s Sand Play Getaway / Sandcastle Beach
List of Programs:
• Open Swim
• Camp Rentals
• Party Rentals
• Special Aquatic Events
2013 Daily Fees
Ages Resident Nonresident
10 – 61 $5 $7.50
3 – 9 $4 $6.50
Seniors (62+) $4 $6.50
Season Dates:
Memorial Day through Labor Day (mid August through Labor Day – weekends only)
Hours of Operation: N/A Year Built: 1993
Cost to Build: $2.5 million
Three Year Revenue / Expense / Net Operating Income: N/A
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Huntley Park District
Stingray Bay
12219 Main Street, Huntley, IL 60142
979 Bather Load
Average Drive Time to Facility: 30 minutes
Amenities:
• (2) 138 ft. long water slides
• (2) tot slides
• Rain drop
• Large Sand Play Area
• Six Lane Competition Pool
• Zero Depth Simulated Beach Area
• Diving Boards
• Sand Volleyball Court
• (4) floatable animal features
• Ray’s Café
List of Programs:
• Swim Team - 143 members
• Stroke and Turn Clinics
• Swim Lessons - 777
• Special Event Days
• Passholder Events - Barbeque and
Breakfast at the Bay
Fees
Passes:
Individual $60/$120 –
Family of 2 $120/$240 –
Family of 3 $150/$300 –
Family of 4 $170/$340
Add Family member $15/$30
Adult 55+ $35/$70
Daily:
3 & under free
Ages 4-17 $6/$8
Ages 18-54 $8/$10
Ages 55+ $7/$9
After 4 or 5 $4/$6
Season Dates:
Memorial Day weekend, closed while kids still in school during the week. Close during the week when
children go back to school, open on weekends through Labor Day depending upon staff availability.
Hours of Operation:
Mon - Thurs 11:00-7:00
Friday 11:00-8:00
Sat & Sun 12:00-6:00
Year Built: 2002 Cost to Build: $4.7 million
Three Year Revenue / Expense / Net Operating Income:
Revenues* Expenses Net Income
2012 $340,985 $404,596 $63,611
2011 $303,925 $361,248 $57,323
2010 $307,677 $387,692 $80,015
*including passes, daily admission, concessions, rentals
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Mundelein Park and Recreation District
Barefoot Bay Family Aquatic Center
1401 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein, IL 60060
1,500 Bather Load
Average Drive Time to Facility: 27 minutes
Amenities:
• Four Bodies of Water
• 7,500 sf. Leisure and Lap swimming
pool
• 1,100 sf. Diving well
• 2,290 sf. Enclosed wading pool for
toddlers
• 12,900 sf Plunge pool & 740’ long lazy
river
• AquaClimb Water Wall
• Body Flumes (2) with one completely
closed
List of Programs:
• Swim Lessons
• Snorkeling
• Jr. Lifeguard
Fees:
Daily/Twilight
Ages 10-61 18-54 Seniors (62+)
Resident $7/$2 $9/$4 $7/$3
Non-Resident $10/$5 $13/$6 $10/$5
Season Dates:
Memorial Day through Labor Day
Hours of Operation:
10am pass holders
10:30am camps
11am general admission
Close at 8pm
Year Built: 2005 Year Opened: 2006 Cost to Build: N/A
Three Year Revenue / Expense / Net Operating Income: N/A
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Woodstock Recreation Department
Woodstock Water Works
1313 Kishwaukee Valley Rd. Woodstock, IL 60098
914 Bather Load
Average Drive Time to Facility: 30 minutes
Amenities:
• Zero depth pool
• Double flume slides
• Play features
• 8 lane comparative pool
• Concessions
• Shelters
• Tot lot
• Baby pool
• 1 and 3 meter diving boards
List of Programs: N/A
Fees:
Daily:
Adult $7 NR $9
Youth $5
NR $7
Senior $5 NR $7
Passes:
1 person $60, NR $110
2 person $90 NR $160
3 person $110 NR $200
4 person $125 NR 230
Season Dates: Memorial Day Weekend through Mid-August
Hours of Operation: N/A
Year Built: N/A
Cost to Build: N/A
Three Year Revenue / Expense / Net Operating Income: 2012 actual budget results
Revenue Expense Net Income
$314,800 $275,400 $39,400
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Round Lake Area Park District
Round Lake Aquatic Center
860 Hart Road, Round Lake, IL 60073
668 Bather Load
Average Drive Time to Facility: 20 Minutes
Amenities:
• Zero Depth Area
• 6 Lane Lap Swim Area
• One Meter Diving Board
• Splash Pad
• Locker Rooms
• Concession Stand
• Large Grass Sunbathing Area
Programs:
• Learn to Swim - Group and Private
• Aqua Fitness
• Senior Aqua Fitness
• Lap Swim
• Swimming with Autism
• Group Rentals
• Birthday Parties
Daily Admission:
3 and under $1
4-18 $5 Res, $6 Non-resident
18-54 $6 Res, $8 Non resident
55+ $4 Res, $6 Non-resident
Season: May 25, 2013 - August 18, 2013
Hours of Operation:
Open Swim
1:00 pm-7:00 pm M-F
Noon-7:00 pm Sat & Sun
Year Built: 1991 Cost to Build: N/A
Three Year Revenue / Expense / Net Operating Income:
Revenue Expense Net Income
2011 $284,269 $283,396 $900
2012 $299,862 $291,053 $8,809
2013* $227,098 $241,114 -$14,016
* Pool did not open until mid June due to pipe damage
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Demographic Information
The following report is a culmination of information derived from Environmental Systems Research
Institute (ESRI), The Sports and Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) and Physical Activity Council (PAC).
This information compiles results for age, gender, race, ethnicity and household income of City of
McHenry residents and compares the data to state and national statistics. Demographic projections from
ESRI give an outlook through 2017. Recreational trends are explored at the local and national levels to
direct future planning.
Methodology
Demographic data used for the analysis was obtained f rom Environmental Systems Research Institute,
Inc. (ESRI), the largest research and development organization dedicated to Geographical Information
Systems (GIS) and specializing in population projections and market trends. All data was acquired in
September 2013, and reflects actual numbers as reported in the 2010 US Bureau of the Census and
demographic projections for 2012 and 2017 as estimated by ESRI. The City of McHenry, IL was utilized
as the demographic analysis boundary.
Age Segment and Gender
Age segments appear to remain relatively constant with a slight decrease in ages 15-19 and 35-54 and
the greatest decrease occurring for ages 45-54 by 2017. The greatest increases by 2017 will be ages 55-
74, a testament to the aging baby boomer population. From a program and services perspective, this
suggests a need to expand services for the active adult population.
Overall, males represent 48.7% of the population and females represent 51.3%.
Census 2010 2012 2017
Population by Age Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent
0 – 4 1,757 6.5% 1,772 6.5% 1,818 6.5%
5 – 9 1,895 7.0% 1,905 7.0% 1,942 7.0%
10 – 14 1,925 7.2% 1,915 7.0% 1,979 7.1%
15 – 19 1,917 7.1% 1,847 6.8% 1,810 6.5%
20 – 24 1,491 5.5% 1,542 5.7% 1,462 5.2%
25 – 34 3,521 13.1% 3,633 13.4% 3,777 13.5%
35 – 44 3,961 14.7% 3,904 14.4% 3,915 14.0%
45 – 54 4,320 16.1% 4,242 15.6% 4,031 14.5%
55 – 64 2,974 11.1% 3,146 11.6% 3,374 12.1%
65 – 74 1,619 6.0% 1,745 6.4% 2,134 7.7%
75 – 84 965 3.6% 965 3.5% 1,017 3.6%
85+ 548 2.0% 585 2.2% 628 2.3%
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Race and Ethnicity
Race and ethnicity for McHenry according to the Census 2010 is 90.4% of the population being White,
12.6% of the population Hispanic, 1.5% of the population Asian, and the rest of residents are some other
race. It is projected that McHenry will continue to maintain its current diversity, with 2.5% reductions for
the white population by 2017. Additionally, the Hispanic population is expected to increase from 12.6% to
15.1% and other races from 5.5% to 6.6 % by 2017.
Census 2010 2012 2017
Race and Ethnicity Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent
White Alone 24,315 90.4% 24,415 89.8% 24,497 87.9%
Black Alone 195 0.7% 256 0.9% 437 1.6%
American Indian Alone 87 0.3% 88 0.3% 105 0.4%
Asian Alone 400 1.5% 411 1.5% 465 1.7%
Pacific Islander Alone 8 0.0% 10 0.0% 13 0.0%
Some Other Race
Alone
1,478 5.5% 1,583 5.8% 1,852 6.6%
Two or More Races 409 1.5% 438 1.6% 516 1.9%
Hispanic Origin (Any Race) 3,380 12.6% 3,610 13.3% 4,212 15.1%
0.00%
2.00%
4.00%
6.00%
8.00%
10.00%
12.00%
14.00%
16.00%PercentagesAges
Population by Age
2012
2017
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Households and Income
Based on the Census 2010, 10,041 households are in the City of McHenry with an average household
size of 2.66 persons. The median age is 37.5 aging to 37.9 through 2017. Of these households, 6,921
were identified as families, representing 68.9% of the total households. Therefore, there will be continued
need for programs attractive to families.
Summary Census 2010 2012 2017
Population 26,892 27,201 27,885
Households 10,041 10,110 10,484
Families 6,921 6,940 7,166
Average Household Size 2.66 2.67 2.64
Owner Occupied Housing Units 7,662 7,615 8,023
Renter Occupied Housing Units 2,379 2,495 2,461
Median Age 37.5 37.7 37.9
The median household income is currently estimated as $61,919 and is projected to increase to $76,296
by 2017.
2012 2017
Households by Income Number Percent Number Percent
<$15,000 771 7.6% 730 7.0%
$15,000 - $24,999 902 8.9% 677 6.5%
$25,000 - $34,999 942 9.3% 687 6.6%
$35,000 - $49,999 1,277 12.6% 1,064 10.1%
$50,000 - $74,999 2,021 20.0% 1,896 18.1%
$75,000 - $99,999 1,755 17.4% 2,420 23.1%
$100,000 - $149,999 1,709 16.9% 2,072 19.8%
$150,000 - $199,999 470 4.6% 627 6.0%
$200,000+ 265 2.6% 310 3.0%
77%
13%
6%
2%1%1%
Race and Ethnicity by 2017
White Alone
Hispanic Origin (Any Race)
Some Other Race
Two or More Races
Asian Alone
Black Alone
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Area, State and National Comparison
The City of McHenry area rate of population growth is projected to be slightly higher than the state
average, but remains slightly lower than national average. The number of households, families and
homeowners has also increased and is consistent with national averages and higher than the state of
Illinois. The median household income has increased greatly and remains significantly higher than the
national and state median. This can be viewed in the chart below.
• City of McHenry median household income: $61,919
• National median household income: $51,017
• Illinois median household income: $51,738
8%
9%
9%
13%
20%
17%
17%
5%
2%
2012 Household Income %
<$15,000
$15,000 -$24,999
$25,000 - $34,999
$35,000 - $49,999
$50,000 -$74,999
$75,000 - $99,999
$100,000 -$149,999
$150,000 -$199,999
$200,000+
0
0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
4
4.5
Population Households Families Owner HHs Median
Household
IncomeAnnual Rate (in percent)Trends 2012 - 2017
Area
State
National
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Recreation Trends
Recreation trends information was also derived from ESRI and is a report entitled Sports and Leisure
Market Potential. These data are based upon national propensities to use various products and services,
applied to the local demographic composition of the City of McHenry area. Usage data were collected by
Growth for Knowledge Mediamark Research and Intelligence, LLC. (GfK MRI) in a nationally
representative survey of U.S. households. MPI (Market Potential Index) measures the relative likelihood
of the adults in the specified area to exhibit certain consumer behavior or purchasing patterns compared
to the U.S. An MPI of 100 represents the U.S. average.
Based on projected population, the top recreational activities the City of McHenry residents will
participate in (based on percentage of population as well as above the national average with an MPI
over 100) include:
Expected
Product/Consumer Behavior Number of
Adults
Percent MPI
Participated in aerobics 2,302 11.3% 114
Participated in archery 486 2.4% 92
Participated in backpacking/hiking 2,206 10.9% 115
Participated in baseball 1,116 5.5% 106
Participated in basketball 1,872 9.2% 98
Participated in bicycling (mountain) 912 4.5% 122
Participated in bicycling (road) 2,429 12.0% 124
Participated in boating (power) 1,352 6.7% 109
Participated in bowling 2,869 14.1% 121
Participated in canoeing/kayaking 1,132 5.6% 117
Participated in downhill skiing 729 3.6% 122
Participated in fishing (fresh water) 2,761 13.6% 105
Participated in fishing (salt water) 1,113 5.5% 120
Participated in football 1,230 6.1% 97
Participated in Frisbee 1,159 5.7% 104
Participated in golf 2,641 13.0% 126
Play golf < once a month 970 4.8% 120
Play golf 1+ times a month 1,394 6.9% 129
Participated in horseback riding 554 2.7% 90
Participated in hunting with rifle 831 4.1% 86
Participated in hunting with shotgun 717 3.5% 84
Participated in ice skating 713 3.5% 121
Participated in jogging/running 2,431 12.0% 112
Participated in martial arts 261 1.3% 91
Participated in motorcycling 792 3.9% 107
Participated in Pilates 753 3.7% 112
Participated in roller skating 440 2.2% 104
Participated in snowboarding 338 1.7% 86
Participated in soccer 921 4.5% 105
Participated in softball 755 3.7% 95
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Participated in swimming 4,742 23.4% 120
Participated in target shooting 856 4.2% 110
Participated in tennis 925 4.6% 106
Participated in volleyball 677 3.3% 95
Participated in walking for exercise 6,941 34.2% 115
Participated in weight lifting 2,817 13.9% 117
Participated in yoga 1,259 6.2% 106
Spent on high end sports/recreation equipment/12 mo: <$250 909 4.5% 101
Spent on high end sports/recreation equipment/12 mo: $250+ 978 4.8% 124
Attend sports event: auto racing (NASCAR) 1,555 7.7% 105
Attend sports event: auto racing (not NASCAR) 1,274 6.3% 100
Attend sports event: baseball game 3,797 18.7% 127
National Trends
Additional recreational trends were derived from the Sports, Fitness & Recreational Activities Topline
Participation Report (2012) developed by The Sports & Fitness Industry Association, a top national
researcher in the sports and fitness industry. The data reflecting the national trends stem from a
statistically valid survey which over 38,000 online responses were compiled and analyzed. These
surveys were then weighted against a total population of 283,753,000 ages 6 and up. The following
variables were used: gender, age, income, household size, region, and population density.
Overall, many activities are experiencing a slow increase and/or decline due to the recent poor economic
conditions, including those that have a cyclical pattern. However, a few activities have made a foothold
and are increasing in participation. In general, the survey reveals the following:
• Fitness sports remains the most popular physical activity and includes activities such as
yoga, boot camp-style training, and other classes
• Increased participation among a number of key sports and activities
• An expressed desire to increase the amount of travel done for participation in favorite sports and
recreational activities
• Aspirational activities show a desire and demand to participate in the coming year
• An expressed desire to participate in favorite sports and recreational activities with some areas
showing an increase in spending which is encouraging
• Niche sports such as racquet sports show a slight increase
• Significant opportunities to engage inactive populations in swimming and working out
• Smart phone apps for fitness and nutrition recording
In particular, the categories of participation include individual sports, racquet sports, team sports, outdoor
sports, winter sports, water sports and fitness sports. As the chart below reveals, individual, team, and
winter sports have slightly decreased while water and fitness sports have held steady.
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Other categories despite their slight decrease have remained steady and are expected to gain
participation with the economy.
The survey reveals that 76% of Americans have participated in some activity in the last four years;
however, the general trend is that Americans have become more inactive with the rate of inactivity
increasing from 21.5 percent in 2007 to 23.9 percent in 2011. Inactivity increased among young adults
aged 18 to 24 and 35 to 54. Conversely, inactivity rates fell slightly among children ages 6 to 12 from
16.6 percent in 2010 to 16 percent in 2011. This decrease may be a result of efforts towards the fight
against childhood obesity. Additionally, for adolescents ages 13 to 17, inactivity fell from 16.7 percent to
16.4 percent which, although modest, is a positive step in the right direction.
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Increased spending areas will likely be seen in lessons, instruction, and camps (24.5 percent); individual
sports events (23.1 percent); and team sports at school (22.8 percent).
Spend More Spend Same Spend Less
Team Sports at School 22.8% 64.6% 12.6%
Team Sports Outside of School 21.6% 66.3% 12.4%
Travel for Sports and Rec 22.5% 64.2% 13.3%
Lessons, Instruction and Camps 24.5% 62.9% 12.2%
Gym Membership/Fees 20.7% 67.6% 11.7%
Individual Sports Events 23.1% 65.1% 11.3%
Golf Membership/Fees 15.5% 71.4% 13.7%
Tennis Membership/Fees 9.9% 76.2% 12.9%
Winter Sports 17.6% 66.8% 15.5%
Outdoor Recreation 20.7% 70.1% 9.2%
Sports/Rec Clothing 16.5% 69.2% 14.1%
Sports/Rec Footwear 16.4% 70.4% 13.2%
Sports/Rec Equipment 16.0% 66.7% 17.3%
How to Increase Participation
The Survey revealed that one of the best ways to increase activity and participation later in life is to
encourage casual play at the younger ages and in school through Physical Education. The survey points
out that an adult who participated in Physical Education while in school is four times more likely to
participate in a racquet sport and about three times more likely to participate in team, outdoor, and winter
activities, and golf. There is strong correlation that translates casual play into a core activity later in life.
In particular, the survey examined the difference between Generation X and Generation Y population.
“Generation Y (born 1980-1999) are twice as likely to take part in team sports then Generation X (born
1965-1979). Although much is explained by the age difference, the psychological tendency of Generation
Y is more positively disposed to team sports than their Generation X predecessors who are more
individual in nature. Generation Y are also more social in their interactions in terms of:
• The way they play (gravitating towards team sports)
• The way they exercise (including a tendency to participate in group exercise)
• The way they communicate (Social Networking, Facebook, Twitter)
Fitness sports remained the most popular physical activity. The participation rate has held steady
at 60% over the last 4 years. There are also opportunities to engage the inactiv e populations.
Swimming ranks as a popular “aspirational sport” for inactive participants ages 6 to 12 and 45 and older.
Working out with weights and fitness machines are the top “aspirational sports” for inactive participants
ages 13 to 44.
The economy has also had a slight impact on sports and recreation spending. While many active people
are still not spending money on sports and recreation, more people spent the same amount or increased
spending, rather than spending less.
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In order to increase participation, knowing the trends and what various users groups are interested in
participating is crucial. Significant changes in specific activities (both increases and decreases) over the
past 2 years are summarized and listed below. This data in extracted directly from the PAC study, 2012,
SGMA Participation Topline Report © 2012 SGMA Research.
Team Sports
Over the last 2 years, there has been a slight rebound in the traditional team sports area. These include
decreases in negative growth in baseball (+2%), football (+12%), softball (+31%) and wrestling (+4%).
Trending growth in the newer more evolving transplant sports like Lacrosse continue to grow at significant
rates.
Baseball -6.0%
Basketball -1.4%
Football -4.0%
Ice Hockey 5.6%
Lacrosse 29.1%
Roller Hockey -13.3%
Softball (Fast Pitch) -3.1%
Softball (Slow Pitch) -14.9%
Wrestling -37.8%
Fitness
Generally across the United States, the greatest recreation program needs are fitness and wellness.
There are various recreation trends that are seen across the country and in the state of Illinois. One
common fitness trend that is continuing to grow is the Fitness Bootcamps/Challenges that many agencies
offer. These can range anywhere from a 6-week program to a 12-week program. Marketing these
programs is especially important as many participants are looking for motivation and appeal when signing
up. The Champaign Park District used an acronym, M.A.C. 6, which stands for Make a Change in 6
weeks while the Wheaton Park District used the popular Biggest Loser 12-week Challenge based off of
the famous T.V. show. Both titles stand out and will attract readers who are flipping through their
program guide.
Class based fitness and exercise programs like Zumba continue to drive positive participation
performance for these types of fitness activities. Many agencies around the country have moved these
classes outside and are using parks as programming space. Several systems have also advertised the
availability of park space for contractual instructors to use for various class activities.
Another recent trend includes “functional fitness” as reported in the April 22, 2013 New York Times article
Gyms Move from Machines to Fitness Playgrounds. Sandbags, ropes and climbing areas are taking over
the floor space as part of a functional fitness movement. Companies such as Lifetime Fitness are
removing weight machines and are replacing them with open areas of space for people to use as more
natural strength training, rather than being locked in a machine.
“Fun” fitness is a current trend. Exercises like P90x or Insanity has proven that you don’t need a lot of
equipment to look and feel good. These types of classes will be growing in popularity at park districts.
New programs such as TRX Suspension training, Hoopnotica Hoop Fitness, Adult Ballet and Tabata, a
full body type of training are new trends that seem to be growing popular by demand. These programs
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demonstrate that participants are always looking for new creative ways to improve their health and fitness
levels.
Another trend for fitness and wellness is the idea of offering fitness programs for the youth and family.
This is a great concept because it encourages fitness at all ages and develops healthy habits at an early
age. The Geneva Park District has success in offering Yoga Family Fitness, Fit Kids, and Zumbatomic a
new type of zumba for kids ages 4-6 with a parent.
Group cycling continues its rapid growth as the younger fitness enthusiasts embrace this high
performance group exercise activity. In addition there are group cycling program variations to attract the
beginner participant as well. For most age groups, swimming for fitness or weight training are the
two most frequently mentioned activities that people indicate they would like to participate in.
While Pilates has shown an incredible 10 year growth trend, the past 2 years have seen a decline in
participation. Perhaps participation migrated to Yoga, as participation is up across all levels for the year.
Yoga is more class based while Pilates is more of an individual activity. The Gen Y fitness participants
are showing a higher propensity to go with group oriented programs.
Running and Walking for Fitness continue to show strong and consistent growth. Running is up
17% year/year growth.
Aerobics (High Impact) 23.4%
Aerobics (Low Impact 4.1%
Elliptical 14.8%
Running/Jogging 17.8%
Stationary Cycling (Group) 29.2%
Treadmill 5.7%
Walking for Fitness 1.7%
Abdominal Machine -4.9%
Pilates -3.0%
Stretching -4.4%
Free Weights 11.3%
Home Gym 1.8%
Weight/Resistance Machines 1.2%
Individual Sports
Much like the trends for individual fitness participation, sports are showing significant declines across
most levels of participation as follows:
Billiards/Pool 20.0%
Golf -5.2%
Martial Arts -24.2%
Roller Skating -18.6%
Scooter Riding -15.7%
Skateboard -16.7%
Badminton -4.5%
Table Tennis 1.7%
Tennis -4.2%
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Outdoor Sports
Compared to previous years, outdoors sports have experienced significant increase in participation. BMX
has seen the greatest growth with an increase of over 30% in the last two years.
Bicycling -BMX 5.4%
Camping -10.1%
Fishing (fresh) -4.4%
Target Shooting 6.5%
Adult Programming
Many agencies have difficulty expanding their adult programming base. Trends and applications in
lifestyle programming for active adults include several areas of interest. Active adults are vitally
interested in the social program area, which can include walking and biking clubs. Another growing area
for active adults is sports leagues for 45+, 55+ and older. The Schaumburg Park District has taken a
unique approach and has created an identity for their active adult section titled Club 55. This section of
the program guide is easily identifiable and creates a brand and image for this age group looking for
programming. The Champaign Park District has taken a similar approach and titled their program 50
Plus. The Champaign Park District program however, goes a step further and offers discounted program
fees or free programs if participants pay the $20 resident membership rate for the program.
Aquatics
Agencies are no longer building the rectangle lap and lesson pools. In today’s age, the focus on family
and an interactive experience are driving these agencies to build state of the art facilities to attract all user
types. These include but are not limited to water slides, lazy rivers, zero depth entry, ADA compliancy,
separate lap lanes, slash pads and spray parks, and full service concession amenities. An example of
such a facility is the St. Charles Park District Otter Cover Aquatic Park. This facility includes: body slides,
tube slides, 600-foot lazy river, toddler pool with spray features, splash pad, lap pool, dive well etc.
Although built with tax dollars, these facilities are no longer just built to meet the needs of the community.
They are now meant to appeal to both residents and non-residents. This requires agencies to be
competitive in price as well as how and where they market.
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Phase 3: Site Concepts
Design Charrette
A four-hour design charrette was held at Dewberry’s Elgin office on October 23, 2013. Participants
included Chad Pieper, Joe Vavrina, Adam Pfister, Tom Seymour, Brian Meade, Kalman Nagy and Daniel
Atilano. The purpose of the charrette was to uncover and test concepts that were ways to achieve the
City’s goals identified on page 5 of this study. The following concepts were discussed and recorded for
further development prior to an Owner meeting on Friday, November 1. Consensus was reached that the
design solution should include the following.
1. Connect the entrance roadway at the south from Municipal Drive to the existing gravel
parking lot in Knox Park between the barn and skate park.
2. Develop new parking adjacent to the municipal center parking lot to provide overflow parking
for both operations and reduce site costs.
3. Investigate design solutions that provided east and north public approach/access.
4. Investigate an aquatic park phase 1 improvement with a bather load of 430+/- to meet the
budget that can expand to a 1,000+ bather load.
5. Investigate a 12,900 square foot recreation center for Phase 1 to meet the budget that
expands to a 50,000+ facility with two basketball courts and an elevated walking track.
6. Plan an 8-lane 25 yard lap pool for a future phase with a dedicated parking area.
7. Develop an aquatic park that can have an unknown future feature added.
8. Phase 1 shall include 200+ parking spaces.
9. Aquatics park location will be at the west end of the property in any design solution with the
zero-depth entrance to the pool facing north to provide maximum sun to bathers.
10. Access to free-standing pool mechanical building shall be from Bank Drive at the west.
Site Concept #1 Site Concept #2
Site Concept #3 Site Concept #4
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Amenities, Spaces, Costs + Site Concepts
The following three options were developed as a result of the interviews, demographic information,
recreation trends and a review of similar facilities with the market area.
• Option 1: 521 bather load + 10,640 square foot recreation center
• Option 2: 1,001 bather load + 12,890 square foot recreation center
• Option 3: 1,349 bather load + 12,890 square foot recreation center
• Option 4: 1,031 bather load + 26,410 square foot recreation center
• Option 5: 1,349 bather load + 58,570 square foot recreation center
Amenities Analysis
Opt.
Bather
Load
without
deck
Bather
Load
w/deck+
water
Leisure
Pool
Square
Footage
Lazy
River +
Feature
8-Lane
Lap Pool
/ Diving
Boards
Rec
Center
Square
Footage
Fitness
Center
Square
Footage
Gym w/
Walking
Track
Multi
Purpose
Rooms
Total
Parking
Spaces
1 341 521 6,000 No No 10,640 1,500 No 2 200
2 741 1,001 12,000 Yes No 12,890 3,000 No 2 300
3 949 1,349 12,500 Yes Yes 12,890 3,000 No 2 300
4 791 1,031 12,500 Yes No 26,410 6,600 No 2 300
5 949 1,349 12,500 Yes Yes 58,570 6,600 Yes 8 400
Preliminary Cost Analysis Summary
All costs are expressed in 2014/2015 dollars.
Opt. Bath
House
Costs
Aquatics
Costs
Recreation
Center
Costs
Site
Development
Costs
Total
Construction
Cost
Total
Project
Budget
1 $1,495,000 $1,550,000 $2,128,000 $1,474,500 $6,647,500 $8,149,730
2 $1,495,000 $3,205,000 $2,578,000 $1,834,500 $9,112,500 $11,435,650
3 $1,495,000 $4,667,900 $2,578,000 $1,834,500 $10,575,400 $13,173,580
4 $1,495,000 $3,680,400 $5,282,000 $2,014,750 $12,472,150 $15,738,320
5 $1,495,000 $4,667,900 $11,568,000 $2,397,500 $20,128,400 $24,961,300
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Site Concept Option #1: 521 bather load + 10,640 square foot recreation center
Space Name Quantity / Size Square Footage Unit Cost Cost
Bath House / Concessions
Lockers / Showers / Toilets (2) @ 25 x 52 2,600 $250 / SF $650,000
Family Changing Rooms (4) @ 8 x 10 320 $250 / SF $80,000
Concessions + Food Storage 25 x 35 880 $250 / SF $220,000
Chemical + Electrical Pool Equipment 34 x 42 1,400 $250 / SF $350,000
Cashier 10 x 15 150 $250 / SF $37,500
Storage 10 x 15 150 $250 / SF $37,500
Staff Office 12 x 20 240 $250 / SF $60,000
First Aid / Staff Lockers 12 x 20 240 $250 / SF $60,000
Bath House Sub-Total 5,980 $1,495,000
Aquatics (Leisure Pool + Spray Pad)
Leisure Pool 1 6,000 $205 / SF $1,230,000
Climbable Play Structure 0 0 $175,000 $0
Play Features Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Climbing Wall 0 $40,000 $0
Slide Tower 1 $150,000 $150,000
Tube Slide 0 $140,000 $0
Body Slide Flume into Run-Out (30’ High) 1 $120,000 $120,000
Lazy River 0 0 $205 / SF $0
River Feature 0 $50,000 $0
Spray Pad 0 0 $100 / SF $0
Flush Mount Spray Features 0 $3,500 $0
Sequencing Controller 0 $10,000 $0
Light Controller 0 $2,200 $0
8-Lane Lap Pool / 1 M+3M Diving Boards / Climbing W all 0 $0
Filter/Mechanical Building 0 $250 / SF $0
Aquatics Sub-Total 6,000 $1,550,000
Recreation Center
Vestibule 10 x 16 160 $200 / SF $32,000
Lobby / Control 20 x 50 1,000 $200 / SF $200,000
Staff Offices 4 @ 120 480 $200 / SF $96,000
Work / Mail / Copy / Storage 10 x 14 140 $200 / SF $28,000
Conference 12 x 17 210 $200 / SF $42,000
Large Multipurpose Rooms 24 x 36 0 $0
Small Multipurpose Rooms 2 @ 22 x 24 1,056 $200 / SF $211,200
Group Exercise Room 1 @40 x 55 2,200 $200 / SF $440,000
Group Exercise Storage 0 $0
General Storage 10 x 20 200 $200 / SF $40,000
Babysitting 20 x 25 500 $200 / SF $100,000
Gymnasium 0 $0
Walking Track 0 $0
Fitness Center 1,500 $200 / SF $300,000
Receiving / Storage 0 $0
Storage 0 $0
Non-Assignable Area (Hallways, etc.) 7,446 / 0.70 3,194 $200 / SF $638,800
Recreation Center Sub-Total 88 x 120 10,640 $2,128,000
Site Improvements
Parking, Curb, Gutter, Lighting, Earthwork, + Sewer 200 spaces $3,000 $600,000
Storm Water Detention Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Roadway Included w/Parking $0 $0
Landscaping, Sidewalks, Patio, Trail + Signage Allowance $173,500 $173,500
Umbrellas 5 $7,500 $37,500
Shade Structures (Reservable) 2 $15,000 $30,000
Cabanas (Rentable) 8 $2,000 $16,000
Walkways (Outside the Fence) 5,000 $5 $25,000
Decks / deck Drainage (Within the Fence) 12,000 $10 $120,000
Turf Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Landscaping (Within the Fence) Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Pool Site Lighting Allowance $150,000 $150,000
Perimeter Fence (PVC Coated) 1,000 LF $40 $40,000
Barrier Fence (Post, Net, & Rope) 350 LF $50 $17,500
Sand Play Area + Elements Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Retaining Wall Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Site Signage Allowance $15,000 $15,000
Site Development Sub-Total $1,474,500
Total Construction Cost $6,647,500
Contingency 10% $664,750
AE Fees 8% $584,980
Fitness Equipment 0 15 $3,500 / Piece $52,500
Furniture + Equipment Allowance $100,000 $100,000
Owner Costs Allowance $100,000 $100,000
Total Project Budget $8,149,730
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Site Concept Option 1: 521 bather load + 10,640 square foot recreation center
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Site Concept Option #2: 1001 bather load + 12,890 square foot recreation center
Space Name Quantity / Size Square Footage Unit Cost Cost
Bath House / Concessions
Lockers / Showers / Toilets (2) @ 25 x 52 2,600 $250 / SF $650,000
Family Changing Rooms (4) @ 8 x 10 320 $250 / SF $80,000
Concessions + Food Storage 25 x 35 880 $250 / SF $220,000
Chemical + Electrical Pool Equipment 34 x 42 1,400 $250 / SF $350,000
Cashier 10 x 15 150 $250 / SF $37,500
Storage 10 x 15 150 $250 / SF $37,500
Staff Office 12 x 20 240 $250 / SF $60,000
First Aid / Staff Lockers 12 x 20 240 $250 / SF $60,000
Bath House Sub-Total 5,980 $1,495,000
Aquatics (Leisure Pool + Spray Pad)
Leisure Pool 6,000 $205 / SF $1,230,000
Climbable Play Structure 0 $175,000 $0
Play Features Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Climbing Wall 0 $40,000 $0
Slide Tower 1 $150,000 $150,000
Tube Slide 1 $140,000 $0
Body Slide Flume into Run-Out (30’ High) 1 $120,000 $120,000
Lazy River 1 6,000 $205 / SF $1,230,000
River Feature 1 $50,000 $50,000
Spray Pad 0 0 $100 / SF $0
Flush Mount Spray Features 0 $3,500 $0
Sequencing Controller 0 $10,000 $0
Light Controller 0 $2,200 $0
8-Lane Lap Pool / 1 M+3M Diving Boards / Climbing W all 0 $0
Filter / Mechanical Building 1,500 $250 / SF $375,000
Aquatics Sub-Total 12,000 $3,205,000
Recreation Center
Vestibule 10 x 16 160 $200 / SF $32,000
Lobby / Control 20 x 50 1,000 $200 / SF $200,000
Staff Offices 4 @ 120 480 $200 / SF $96,000
Work / Mail / Copy / Storage 10 x 14 140 $200 / SF $28,000
Conference 12 x 17 210 $200 / SF $42,000
Large Multipurpose Rooms 24 x 36 0 $0
Small Multipurpose Rooms 2 @ 22 x 24 1,056 $200 / SF $211,200
Group Exercise Room 1 @40 x 55 2,200 $200 / SF $440,000
Group Exercise Storage $0
General Storage 10 x 20 200 $200 / SF $40,000
Babysitting 20 x 25 500 $200 / SF $100,000
Gymnasium 0 $0
Walking Track 0 $0
Fitness Center 40 x 75 3,000 $200 / SF $600,000
Receiving / Storage 0 $0
Storage 0 $0
Non-Assignable Area (Hallways, etc.) 8,946 / 0.70 3,944 $200 / SF $788,800
Recreation Center Sub-Total 88 x 146 12,890 $2,578,000
Site Improvements
Parking, Curb, Gutter, Lighting, Earthwork, + Sewer 300 spaces $3,000 $900,000
Storm Water Detention $50,000
Roadway Included w/Parking $0
Landscaping, Sidewalks, Patio, Trail + Signage Allowance $173,500
Umbrellas 5 $7,500 $37,500
Shade Structures (Reservable) 2 $15,000 $30,000
Cabanas (Rentable) 8 $2,000 $16,000
Walkways (Outside the Fence) 5,000 $5 $25,000
Decks / deck Drainage (Within the Fence) 18,000 $10 $180,000
Turf Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Landscaping (Within the Fence) Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Pool Site Lighting Allowance $150,000 $150,000
Perimeter Fence (PVC Coated) 1,000 LF $40 $40,000
Barrier Fence (Post, Net, & Rope) 350 LF $50 $17,500
Sand Play Area + Elements Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Retaining Wall Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Site Signage Allowance $15,000 $15,000
Site Development Sub-Total $1,834,500
Total Construction Cost $9,112,500
Contingency 10% $911,250
AE Fees 8% $801,900
Fitness Equipment Allowance 60 $3,500 / Piece $210,000
Furniture + Equipment Allowance $200,000 $200,000
Owner Costs Allowance $200,000 $200,000
Total Project Budget $11,435,650
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Site Concept Option #3: 1349 bather load + 12,890 square foot recreation center
Space Name Quantity / Size Square Footage Unit Cost Cost
Bath House / Concessions
Lockers / Showers / Toilets (2) @ 25 x 52 2,600 $250 / SF $650,000
Family Changing Rooms (4) @ 8 x 10 320 $250 / SF $80,000
Concessions + Food Storage 25 x 35 880 $250 / SF $220,000
Chemical + Electrical Pool Equipment 34 x 42 1,400 $250 / SF $350,000
Cashier 10 x 15 150 $250 / SF $37,500
Storage 10 x 15 150 $250 / SF $37,500
Staff Office 12 x 20 240 $250 / SF $60,000
First Aid / Staff Lockers 12 x 20 240 $250 / SF $60,000
Bath House Sub-Total 5,980 $1,495,000
Aquatics (Leisure Pool + Spray Pad)
Leisure Pool 6,000 $205 / SF $1,230,000
Climbable Play Structure 1 $175,000 $175,000
Play Features Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Climbing Wall 1 $40,000 $40,000
Slide Tower 1 $150,000 $150,000
Tube Slide 1 $140,000 $140,000
Body Slide Flume into Run-Out (30’ High) 1 $120,000 $120,000
Lazy River 1 6,000 $205 / SF $1,230,000
River Feature 1 $50,000 $50,000
Spray Pad 1 500 $100 $50,000
Flush Mount Spray Features 16 $3,500 $56,000
Sequencing Controller 1 $10,000 $10,000
Light Controller 2 $2,200 $4,400
8-Lane Lap Pool / 1M+3M Diving Boards / Climbing Wall 4,500 $987,500
Filter / Mechanical Building 1,500 $250 / SF $375,000
Aquatics Sub-Total 17,000 $4,667,900
Recreation Center
Vestibule 10 x 16 160 $200 / SF $32,000
Lobby / Control 20 x 50 1,000 $200 / SF $200,000
Staff Offices 4 @ 120 480 $200 / SF $96,000
Work / Mail / Copy / Storage 10 x 14 140 $200 / SF $28,000
Conference 12 x 17 210 $200 / SF $42,000
Large Multipurpose Rooms 24 x 36 0 $0
Small Multipurpose Rooms 2 @ 22 x 24 1,056 $200 / SF $211,200
Group Exercise Room 1 @40 x 55 2,200 $200 / SF $440,000
Group Exercise Storage $0
General Storage 10 x 20 200 $200 / SF $40,000
Babysitting 20 x 25 500 $200 / SF $100,000
Gymnasium 0 $0
Walking Track 0 $0
Fitness Center 40 x 75 3,000 $200 / SF $600,000
Receiving / Storage 0 $0
Storage 0 $0
Non-Assignable Area (Hallways, etc.) 8,946 / 0.70 3,944 $200 / SF $788,800
Recreation Center Sub-Total 88 x 146 12,890 $2,578,000
Site Improvements
Parking, Curb, Gutter, Lighting, Earthwork, + Sewer 300 spaces $3,000 $900,000
Storm Water Detention $50,000
Roadway Included w/Parking $0
Landscaping, Sidewalks, Patio, Trail + Signage Allowance $173,500
Umbrellas 5 $7,500 $37,500
Shade Structures (Reservable) 2 $15,000 $30,000
Cabanas (Rentable) 8 $2,000 $16,000
Walkways (Outside the Fence) 5,000 $5 $25,000
Decks / deck Drainage (Within the Fence) 18,000 $10 $180,000
Turf Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Landscaping (Within the Fence) Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Pool Site Lighting Allowance $150,000 $150,000
Perimeter Fence (PVC Coated) 1,000 LF $40 $40,000
Barrier Fence (Post, Net, & Rope) 350 LF $50 $17,500
Sand Play Area + Elements Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Retaining Wall Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Site Signage Allowance $15,000 $15,000
Site Development Sub-Total $1,834,500
Total Construction Cost $10,575,400
Contingency 10% $1,057,540
AE Fees 8% $930,640
Fitness Equipment Allowance 60 $3,500 / Piece $210,000
Furniture + Equipment Allowance $200,000 $200,000
Owner Costs Allowance $200,000 $200,000
Total Project Budget $13,173,580
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Site Concept Option 3: 1,349 bather load + 12,890 square foot recreation center
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Site Concept Option #4: 1,031 bather load + 26,410 square foot recreation center
Space Name Quantity / Size Square Footage Unit Cost Cost
Bath House / Concessions
Lockers / Showers / Toilets (2) @ 25 x 52 2,600 $250 / SF $650,000
Family Changing Rooms (4) @ 8 x 10 320 $250 / SF $80,000
Concessions + Food Storage 25 x 35 880 $250 / SF $220,000
Chemical + Electrical Pool Equipment 34 x 42 1,400 $250 / SF $350,000
Cashier 10 x 15 150 $250 / SF $37,500
Storage 10 x 15 150 $250 / SF $37,500
Staff Office 12 x 20 240 $250 / SF $60,000
First Aid / Staff Lockers 12 x 20 240 $250 / SF $60,000
Bath House Sub-Total 5,980 $1,495,000
Aquatics (Leisure Pool + Spray Pad)
Leisure Pool 6,000 $205 / SF $1,230,000
Climbable Play Structure 1 $175,000 $175,000
Play Features Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Climbing Wall 1 $40,000 $40,000
Slide Tower 1 $150,000 $150,000
Tube Slide 1 $140,000 $140,000
Body Slide Flume into Run-Out (30’ High) 1 $120,000 $120,000
Lazy River 6,000 $205 / SF $1,230,000
River Feature 1 $50,000 $50,000
Spray Pad 500 $100 $50,000
Flush Mount Spray Features 16 $3,500 $56,000
Sequencing Controller 1 $10,000 $10,000
Light Controller 2 $2,200 $4,400
8-Lane Lap Pool / 1M+3M Diving Boards / Climbing Wall $0
Filter / Mechanical Room 1,500 $250 / SF $375,000
Aquatics Sub-Total 12,500 $3,680,400
Recreation Center
Vestibule 10 x 16 160 $200 / SF $32,000
Lobby / Control 20 x 50 1,000 $200 / SF $200,000
Staff Offices 4 @ 120 480 $200 / SF $96,000
Work / Mail / Copy / Storage 10 x 14 140 $200 / SF $28,000
Conference 12 x 17 210 $200 / SF $42,000
Large Multipurpose Rooms 2 @ 24 x 36 1,730 $200 / SF $346,000
Small Multipurpose Rooms 6 @ 22 x 24 3,170 $200 / SF $634,000
Group Exercise Room 1 @ 40 x 55 2,200 $200 / SF $440,000
Group Exercise Storage 10 x 20 200 $200 / SF $40,000
General Storage 10 x 20 200 $200 / SF $40,000
Babysitting 24 x 42 1,000 $200 / SF $200,000
Gymnasium (2 IHSA BB Courts) 0 $200 / SF 0
Walking Track (3 Lanes / 12 Laps per Mile) 0 $200 / SF 0
Fitness Center 60 x 110 6,600 $200 / SF $1,320,000
Receiving / Storage 20x20 400 $200 / SF $80,000
Storage 1,000 $200 / SF $200,000
Non-Assignable Area (Hallways, etc.) 18,490 / 0.70 7,920 $200 / SF $1,584,000
Recreation Center Sub-Total 114 x 231 26,410 $5,282,000
Site Improvements
Parking, Curb, Gutter, Lighting, Earthwork + Sewer 300 spaces $3,000 $900,000
Storm Water Detention Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Roadway Included w/Parking $0
Landscaping, Sidewalks, Patio, Trail + Signage Allowance $194,250 $194,250
Umbrellas 5 $7,500 $37,500
Shade Structures (Reservable) 3 $15,000 $45,000
Cabanas (Rentable) 8 $2,000 $16,000
Walkways (Outside the Fence) 5,000 $5 $25,000
Decks / deck Drainage (Within the Fence) 20,000 $10 $200,000
Turf 40,000 $3 $120,000
Landscaping (Within the Fence) Allowance $75,000 $75,000
Pool Site Lighting Allowance $150,000 $150,000
Perimeter Fence (PVC Coated) 1,300 LF $40 $52,000
Barrier Fence (Post, Net, & Rope) 400 LF $50 $20,000
Sand Play Area + Elements Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Retaining Wall Allowance $65,000 $65,000
Site Signage Allowance $15,000 $15,000
Site Development Sub-Total $2,014,750
Total Construction Cost $12,472,150
Contingency 10% $1,247,220
AE Fees 7.5% $1,028,950
Fitness Equipment Allowance 120 $3,500 / Piece $420,000
Furniture + Equipment Allowance $300,000 $300,000
Owner Costs Allowance $270,000 $270,000
Total Project Budget $15,738,320
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Site Concept Option #4: 1,031 bather load + 26,410 square foot recreation center
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Site Concept Option #5: 1,349 bather load + 55,560 square foot recreation center
Space Name Quantity / Size Square Footage Unit Cost Cost
Bath House / Concessions
Lockers / Showers / Toilets (2) @ 25 x 52 2,600 $250 / SF $650,000
Family Changing Rooms (4) @ 8 x 10 320 $250 / SF $80,000
Concessions + Food Storage 25 x 35 880 $250 / SF $220,000
Chemical + Electrical Pool Equipment 34 x 42 1,400 $250 / SF $350,000
Cashier 10 x 15 150 $250 / SF $37,500
Storage 10 x 15 150 $250 / SF $37,500
Staff Office 12 x 20 240 $250 / SF $60,000
First Aid / Staff Lockers 12 x 20 240 $250 / SF $60,000
Bath House Sub-Total 5,980 $1,495,000
Aquatics (Leisure Pool + Spray Pad)
Leisure Pool 6,000 $205 / SF $1,230,000
Climbable Play Structure 1 $175,000 $175,000
Play Features Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Climbing Wall 1 $40,000 $40,000
Slide Tower 1 $150,000 $150,000
Tube Slide 1 $140,000 $140,000
Body Slide Flume into Run-Out (30’ High) 1 $120,000 $120,000
Lazy River 1 6,000 $205 / SF $1,230,000
River Feature 1 $50,000 $50,000
Spray Pad 1 500 $100 $50,000
Flush Mount Spray Features 16 $3,500 $56,000
Sequencing Controller 1 $10,000 $10,000
Light Controller 2 $2,200 $4,400
8-Lane Lap Pool / 1M+3M Diving Boards / Climbing Wall 4,500 $987,500
Filter / Mechanical Building 1,500 $250 / SF $375,000
Aquatics Sub-Total 17,000 $4,667,900
Recreation Center
Vestibule 10 x 16 160 $200 / SF $32,000
Lobby / Control 20 x 50 1,000 $200 / SF $200,000
Staff Offices 4 @ 120 480 $200 / SF $96,000
Work / Mail / Copy / Storage 10 x 14 140 $200 / SF $28,000
Conference 12 x 17 210 $200 / SF $42,000
Large Multipurpose Rooms 2 @ 24 x 36 1,730 $200 / SF $346,000
Small Multipurpose Rooms 6 @ 22 x 24 3,170 $200 / SF $634,000
Group Exercise Room 1 @ 40 x 55 2,200 $200 / SF $440,000
Group Exercise Storage 10 x 20 200 $200 / SF $40,000
General Storage 10 x 20 200 $200 / SF $40,000
Babysitting 24 x 42 1,000 $200 / SF $200,000
Gymnasium (2 IHSA BB Courts) 110 x 150 16,500 $200 / SF $3,300,000
Walking Track (3 Lanes / 12 Laps per Mile) 5,500 $200 / SF $1,100,000
Fitness Center 60 x 110 6,600 $200 / SF $1,320,000
Receiving / Storage 20x20 400 $200 / SF $80,000
Storage 1,000 $200 / SF $200,000
Non-Assignable Area (Hallways, etc.) 40,490 / 0.70 17,350 $200 / SF $3,470,000
Recreation Center Sub-Total 57,840 $11,568,000
Site Improvements
Parking, Curb, Gutter, Lighting , Earthwork + Sewer 400 spaces $3,000 $1,200,000
Storm Water Detention Allowance $62,000 $62,000
Roadway Included w/Parking $0
Landscaping, Sidewalks, Patio, Trail + Signage Allowance $215,000 $215,000
Umbrellas 5 $7,500 $37,500
Shade Structures (Reservable) 3 $15,000 $45,000
Cabanas (Rentable) 8 $2,000 $16,000
Walkways (Outside the Fence) 5,000 $5 $25,000
Decks / deck Drainage (Within the Fence) 25,000 $10 $250,000
Turf 40,000 $3 $120,000
Landscaping (Within the Fence) Allowance $75,000 $75,000
Pool Site Lighting Allowance $150,000 $150,000
Perimeter Fence (PVC Coated) 1,300 LF $40 $52,000
Barrier Fence (Post, Net, & Rope) 400 LF $50 $20,000
Sand Play Area + Elements Allowance $50,000 $50,000
Retaining Wall Allowance $65,000 $65,000
Site Signage Allowance $15,000 $15,000
Site Development Sub-Total $2,397,500
Total Construction Cost $20,128,400
Contingency 10% $2,012,840
AE Fees 7% $1,549,890
Fitness Equipment Allowance 120 $3,500 / Piece $420,000
Furniture + Equipment Allowance $400,000 $400,000
Owner Costs Allowance $450,000 $450,000
Total Project Budget $24,961,130
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Site Concept Option 5: 1,349 bather load + 58,570 square foot recreation center
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Phase 4: Pro Forma
A pro forma for options 1 - 3 were developed since they were the closest to the economy goal of
developing improvements that did not exceed a total project budget of $8M.
• Option 1: 521 bather load + 10,640 square foot recreation center
• Option 2: 1,001 bather load + 12,890 square foot recreation c enter
• Option 3: 1,349 bather load + 12,890 square foot recreation c enter
Aquatics + Recreation Center Cost Recovery Summary
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
Option 1 $23,019 $18,711 $24,687 $9,516 $26,458
Percent Recovery 104.7% 107.5% 104.8% 101.8% 103.8%
Option 2 $31,919 $15,487 $34,284 $16,871 $6,423
Percent Recovery 105.7% 102.7% 105.7% 102.7% 105.8%
Option 3 $18,853 $974 $20,482 $1,535 $22,219
Percent Recovery 103.1% 100.2% 103.2% 100.2% 103.2%
Aquatics Cost Recovery Summary
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
Option 1
Total Expenses $219,631 $226,150 $232,863 $239,776 $246,895
Total Revenue $246,794 $246,794 $261,601 $261,601 $277,297
Revenue Less
Expenses
$27,162 $20,644 $28,738 $21,825 $30,402
Percent Recovery 112.4% 109.1% 112.3% 109.1% 112.3%
Option 2
Total Expenses $284,914 $293,337 $302,009 $310,940 $320,135
Total Revenue $294,146 $294,146 $311,795 $311,795 $330,502
Revenue Less
Expenses
$9,232 $809 $9,785 $855 $10,367
Percent Recovery 103.2% 100.3% 103.2% 100.3% 103.2%
Option 3
Total Expenses $334,666 $344,536 $354,699 $365,163 $375,937
Total Revenue $330,832 $330,832 $350,682 $350,682 $371,723
Revenue Less
Expenses
($3,834) ($13,704) ($4,017) ($14,481) ($4,214)
Percent Recovery 98.9% 96.0% 98.9% 96.0% 98.9%
Recreation Center Cost Recovery Summary
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
Option 1
Total Expenses $269,121 $276,910 $284,927 $293,179 $301,673
Total Revenue $264,978 $264,978 $280,876 $280,876 $297,729
Revenue Less
Expenses
($4,143) ($1,933) ($4,051) ($12,303) ($3,944)
Percent Recovery 98.5% 95.7% 98.6% 95.8% 98.7%
Option 2 + 3
Total Expenses $278,391 $286,401 $294,644 $303,127 $311,858
Total Revenue $301,078 $301,078 $319,143 $319,143 $338,291
Revenue Less
Expenses
$22,687 $14,678 $24,499 $16,016 $26,433
Percent Recovery 108.1% 105.1% 108.3% 105.3% 108.5%
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Assumptions
The following assumptions were used to develop the pro forma for options 1 - 3.
Aquatics
Operation hours: M – F 12 – 8 pm, 8 – 10 pm rentals
Sat & Sun 12 – 7 pm, 7 – 9 pm rentals
Operating season of Memorial Day – Labor Day
Only open on weekends first 2 weeks and final week of August.
Utilities were based on usage by similar facilities, including Huntley, Woodstock and Carol Stream then
based on facility size comparisons.
Two shifts per day. Lifeguards arrive 30 minutes prior to opening to review safety skills and clean facility
and 30 minutes after to clean facility.
Manager arrives 45 minutes prior to opening to prep facility and check operations and 45 minutes after to
check facility and staff time cards.
Two weeks of training prior to opening for the season. Four hours of training per month to retain
certification.
Assumed that Starfish Aquatics will be the certification company.
Staff will pay for portion of uniform.
Deck attendant s are uncertified staff who do tasks such as letting kids down slides and collecting river
tubes.
Bank and credit card charges will be included in the General Fund.
Aquatics Revenue
Memberships: Resident + Non-Resident
Daily Admissions: Resident + Non-Resident
Rentals
Birthday Parties
Concessions
Aqua Fitness
Swim Lessons
Aquatics Labor Expenses
Full-time Supervisor Managers Lifeguards
Deck Attendants Admissions Training
Aqua Fitness Swim Lessons Rentals
Other Aquatics Direct Costs
Outside Services General Supplies Safety
Clothing Utilities Chemicals
Marketing Maintenance Swim Lesson Supplies
Birthday Party Expenses
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Recreation Center
Program revenue and personal training is based on a contractual 70%/30% split. Contractor receives
70%.
Participation per class is based on seven (7) resident participants and one (1) non-resident = eight (8)
Program sessions are based on:
4 sessions = 12 week classes
5 sessions = 8 week classes
6 sessions = 8 week classes
8 sessions = 6 week classes
Added new senior programs (also $1 daily drop-in option, very little expense)
Added mom/tot and tot gymnastics.
Dance classes would use both multipurpose rooms.
Youth fitness and dance classes could utilize the group exercise room.
Non-resident fitness membership fees were based on 25% more than resident fee.
Birthday party expenses estimated at $40 for party host, $20 for assistant, $20 for supplies (family brings
in food and other items).
Facility rentals are based on an average of two (2) per weekend at an average of 3 hours each.
Weekly rental is based on one weekday evening in one of the multipurpose rooms at $35/hour.
Custodian already on duty, not additional expense.
Budget is based on 99.5 hours per week, for 51 weeks, totaling 5,074.5 hours. It will be closed for 4 days
for cleaning and 3 days for holidays.
Salaries are based on 2013 salaries provided by the City of McHenry.
A full-time or part-time center employee with keys will be on duty at all times.
Part-time custodian is based on two (2) five (5) hour shifts per day.
The hours of operation will be Monday – Thursday, 5:30 am – 9:00 pm; Friday, 5:30 am – 7 pm Saturday
and Sunday 7 am – 5 pm.
Facility will be closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Hours could be adjusted on days around the holidays to save on expenses.
Annual, monthly, and daily passes will be sold rather than memberships with initiation fees.
Offering pass holders a discount on fitness center classes may be an option. It is not reflected in this
budget.
Pass categories are defined as Single – any person in high school and older; Couple – any two (2) adults
residing at the same address.
Memberships sold based on comparison facilities at 1,500 sq.ft.
Family – two (2) adults and three (3) residing at same address; Additional – additional person add to
family account.
Corporate – non-resident who is employed in the City of McHenry.
Daily admission for Option 2 is based on 25% increase from Option 1.
Daily admission based on one visit per day for Option 1. (Goal is to sell memberships.)
Personal training based on 10% of memberships for Option 1.
Personal training for Option 2 is based on 25% increase from Option 1.
Vending machines will be set up inside the facility.
Bank and credit card charges will come out of the General Fund.
Cost per square foot based on historical expenditures at a 48,000 square foot facility in Northern Illinois
for electricity, gas, water, sewer, telephone and garbage.
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Recreation Center Revenue
Program Revenues
Adult Health/Wellness/Fitness
Birthday Parties
Dance
Early Childhood
Seniors
Youth Camps (Winter & Spring)
Youth Cultural Arts
Youth Health/Wellness/Fitness
Youth Friday Programs
Rental Revenues
Non-Rental Revenues
Fitness Center Memberships
Daily Admission
Personal Training
Vending
Sponsorship/Partnership/Advertising
Recreation Center Expenses
Personnel Expenditures
Full-Time Staff
Part-Time Custodians
Part-Time Fitness Staff/Building Supervisor
Other Direct Costs
Program Expenditures
Utilities
Maintenance & Repair
Office/License/Dues
Advertising
Promotion
Leases
Commodities
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Amortization Schedules
The following amortization schedule summary is based on the assumption that the City of McHenry would
require a debt issuance to fund the Aquatics and Recreation Center. Two different borrowing options;
$4.5 million and $7 million. Depending on the City’s ability to fund the debt, three different amortization
schedules were prepared with different maturity schedules; 20, 25 or 30 years. Thus, six schedules have
been provided. Heller and Heller looked at current market conditions to determine the rate of interest
(coupon) that would likely accompany the debt based on the assumption that the longer the maturity of
the issuance the more fluctuation there would be I the coupon rate. In each case, the coupon rate is 2%
during the first few years the City would be responsible for payment and increasing to 5% by year 20
(2034). These schedules are illustrative in nature and are based on best estimates and do not represent
a guaranteed rate.
$7,500,000 30 Year Amortization 25 Year Amortization 20 Year Amortization
Total $14,322,269 $12,790,781 $11,271,888
$4,700,000 30 Year Amortization 25 Year Amortization 20 Year Amortization
Total $8,979,613 $8,015,500 $7,062,025
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Appendix
Aquatics Pro Forma
Aquatics: Options 1, 2 + 3
• Pro Forma
• Expense Summary
• Labor Expense
• Other Direct Costs
• Memberships
• Daily Admissions
• Rentals
• Birthday Parties
• Concessions
• Full-Time Supervisor
• Manager
• Lifeguards
• Admissions
• Training
• Aqua Fitness
• Swim Lessons
• Services
• General Supplies
• Safety
• Clothing Utilities
• Marketing
• Maintenance
• Std Costs
Recreation Center Pro Forma for Options 1 + 2 (Option 2 + 3 are the same)
• Pro Forma
• Expense Summary
• Revenue Summary
• Programming
• Fitness Center Revenue
• Other Direct Costs
• Labor Expenses
• Weekly Schedule
Amortization Schedule
Soils Report
• Midland Standard Engineering & Testing, Inc., dated September 20, 2013, 14 pages
$7,500,00030YearAmortiation25YearAmortiation20YearArFiscalTotalCouponFiscalTotalCouponFiscalTotalYear1$487,443.75$521,806.252.00%$570,887.50Year2$474,962.502.00%$513,237.502.00%$560,725.00Year3$476,962.502.00%$509,037.502.00%$564,925.00Year4$478,862.502.00%$509,837.502.00%$563,925.00Year5$475,662.502.00%$510,537.502.00%$562,825.00Year6$477,462.502.50%$511,137.502.50%$561,625.00Year7$478,337.503.00%$510,512.503.00%$563,750.00Year8$478,237.503.00%$513,612.503.00%$564,000.00Year9$477,987.503.50%$511,412.503.50%$563,950.00Year10$476,687.503.50%$512,837.503.50%$561,875.00Year11$475,212.504.00%$513,912.504.00%$564,450.00Year12$477,612.504.00%$513,312.504.00%$564,650.00Year13$474,612.504.00%$512,312.504.00%$564,250.00Year14$476,412.504.00%$510,912.504.00%$563,250.00Year15$477,812.504.25%$509,112.504.25%$561,650.00Year16$478,250.004.50%$511,150.004.50%$563,375.00Year17$477,675.004.50%$511,750.004.50%$563,125.00Year18$476,650.004.50%$511,675.004.50%$561,975.00Year19$475,175.004.50%$510,925.004.50%$564,925.00Year20$478,250.005.00%$509,500.005.00%$561,750.00Year21$479,250.005.00%$510,500.005.00%Year22$474,500.005.00%$510,500.005.00%Year23$479,250.005.00%$509,500.005.00%Year24$478,000.005.00%$512,500.005.00%Year25$476,000.005.00%$509,250.005.00%Year26$478,250.005.00%Year27$474,500.005.00%Year28$475,000.005.00%Year29$479,500.005.00%Year30$477,750.005.00%$14,322,268.75$12,790,781.25$11,271,887.50
tortiation20YearAmortiationCouponFiscalTotalCoupon2.00%$357,400.002.00%2.00%$354,600.002.00%2.00%$350,900.002.00%2.00%$352,200.002.00%2.00%$353,400.002.00%2.50%$354,500.002.50%3.00%$354,500.003.00%3.00%$353,350.003.00%3.50%$352,050.003.50%3.50%$354,525.003.50%4.00%$351,650.004.00%4.00%$352,450.004.00%4.00%$352,850.004.00%4.00%$352,850.004.00%4.25%$352,450.004.25%4.50%$350,975.004.50%4.50%$353,375.004.50%4.50%$355,100.004.50%4.50%$351,150.004.50%5.00%$351,750.005.00%5.00%5.00%5.00%5.00%5.00%$7,062,025.00