Town of Banff

Progress Update

Exterior view of the Recreation Centre May 2010

Construction Project Report – May, 2010

• Roofing complete for Curling rink
• Interior slab for curling entry & curling lounge is complete
• Area scheduled for completion November 2010

• Roofing ongoing for existing arena, concourse and meeting rooms –  30% complete with an anticipated completion in May 2010 
• Mechanical and Electrical rough-in ongoing - 40% complete with an anticipated completion in July 2010
• Window installation ongoing  - 50% complete with an anticipated completion in May 2010
• Interior wall construction ongoing - 20% complete with an anticipated completion in July 2010
• Existing arena structural upgrades ongoing – (trusses are being strengthened to meet current building code requirements) - 50% complete with an anticipated completion in May 2010
• Asbestos removal ongoing in existing arena walls - 90% complete with an anticipated completion in May 2010
• Area scheduled for completion November 2010

• Truss erection complete
• Framing for exterior walls ongoing - 60% complete with an anticipated completion in May 2010
• Area scheduled for completion March 2011

• 81% construction waste has been diverted away from landfill for re-use in the building or recycling for use in other projects.
• Arena boards are to be designed to accommodate Sledge Hockey in both arenas – providing additional programming,  marketing and revenue opportunities for the facility
• Garbage & plant room storage area has been expanded to allow additional on-site space for storage and maintenance
• Overall 40% of the project is now complete and remains on target within the overall budget.