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ARTICLE 6 (c) Project: Old Reservoir Bathhouse Construction CPA Category: Recreational Resources Amount Requested: $ 0 Amount Recommended: $ 0 CPC Vote: 9-0 Project Description: The Old Reservoir Bathhouse was built in 1975 and is a heavily used recreation facility with an average of 2,000- 6,000 visitors per season, weather permitting. In addition to being open for swimming during the summer, there are family fishing clinics at the Old Reservoir in the fall, winter and spring each year with an approximate attendance of 75 participants. The facility also has non-motorized boating reservations and hosts special events for local service organizations each year. It is estimated that attendance for these activities ranges between 400-500 annually. While the facility continues to operate safely, the Bathhouse was last renovated in 2000. This is the second phase of a two-phase approach; the feasibility study, design and engineering costs associated with the renovation phase were appropriated at the 2018 Annual Town Meeting. The 2019 Annual Town Meeting appropriated $620,000 under Article 14(g)to renovate the Old Reservoir Bathhouse. The project would have included renovation of the Bathhouse, including installation of all new fixtures (showers, toilets, sinks and drinking fountain), replacement of the existing roof,plumbing system and reconfiguration of the main entrance. The project went out to bid in the spring of 2020 and all bids received were significantly higher than the allocation. Based on the findings of the feasibility study completed in 2017 and due to cost implications, the decision has been made to construct a precast concrete structure rather than renovating the existing bathhouse. The total cost of the revised project is anticipated to come in within the original appropriation. The revised project will include the installation of a precast concrete building providing accessible restrooms, showers and custom features to meet the programmatic needs of the building and park. Accessible pathways and parking spaces will be installed from the Bridge School entrance. A new shade structure may be installed and the accessible mat to the water may be replaced creating a facility that is welcoming to people of all ages and abilities. The current facility will remain in place and be repurposed for programmatic use unless the budget allows for demolition and removal of the bathhouse. Project Goals and Objectives: • Construct a precast concrete building to comply with ADA standards; • Install accessible pathways and parking spaces to comply with ADA standards; and • Provide a safer and more attractive environment for patrons. Project Benefit: As existing fixtures in the Bathhouse continue to age and deteriorate, more frequent repairs and maintenance will be needed to ensure that the building remains safe for all users. A precast