Wallingford YMCA Capital Plan

VISION FOR OUR FUTURE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN / WALLINGFORD FAMILY YMCA

A REFRESHED EAST SIDE YMCA

Moving the entrance to the East side of the building will increase accessibility and improve walking patterns from the parking lot to the * plans prepared by building. * plans prepared by Lazarus and Sargent; Lazarus and Sargent; estimates of cost pro estimates of cost provided by Petra Construction

by Petra Construction Co.

A REFRESHED EAST SIDE YMCA

Expanded Parking Lot

Main Entrance

First floor plans

A REFRESHED EAST SIDE YMCA

Second floor plans

EAST SIDE Y: WELCOME CENTER THE IMPACT • Provide a comfortable gathering space for people to connect and socialize.

• Create a safe, secure and accessible entry point for access to the building.

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THE PLANS • Enlarge Welcome Center • Ensure ADA compliance and accessiblity for all

EAST SIDE Y: NEW ADVENTURE CENTER THE PLAN • Replace existing undersized Child Watch room with a combination Child Watch/Adventure Center for expanded age groups

THE IMPACT • Provide year-round opportunities for children to be active and explore their creativity.

• Create a welcoming environment for kids to play that ensures the highest level of child protection.

• Offer additional programming opportunities such as birthday parties, and parent-child play groups.

EAST SIDE Y: WELLNESS CENTER EXPANSION THE IMPACT

• Create a welcoming and modern environment that encourages members to connect with each other and try new activities.

• Ensure that people of all ages and abilities can safely enjoy exercise and create healthy habits.

THE PLANS • Fully ADA compliant • State of the art wellness and cardio equipment • Youth wellness area

• Provide an area for small group training that fosters connections between members and helps them accomplish health goals.

• Offer a fully accessible Wellness Center for members with special mobility needs.

EAST SIDE Y: NEW FAMILY GYM & RENOVATE EXISTING GYM THE IMPACT • Offer more opportunities for youth of all skill levels to build skills and have fun in a variety of sports.

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THE PLANS • Build new family gym • Renovate existing gym • Expand rock wall

Combats childhood obesity by offering healthy activities.

• Provide an environment for children and families to connect with one another around the activities that improve their physical and social health.

• Increases program space to allow us to serve more people.

EAST SIDE Y: REVITALIZE ALL LOCKER ROOMS THE IMPACT • Create a more appealing, comfortable environment for members and guests.

• Provide increased privacy.

• Increase accessibility for those with special mobility needs.

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THE PLANS • New dry and wet changing areas for families and those with special needs • Fully ADA compliant • Updated lockers, flooring, and fixtures • New and updated private showers

• Create a more family-friendly environment.

• Respond to child safety/protection needs.

EAST SIDE Y: POOL UPGRADES AND RENOVATION THE IMPACT

• Create a more appealing, comfortable environment for members and guests.

• Teach critical water safety skills, reducing the risk of drowning.

• Teach lifeguarding skills to teens, building self-confidence and job skills.

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THE PLANS • • • • •

Four-lane pool Replace glass block walls New roof & LED lighting New HVAC system Replace aged pool drainage system

• Offer aquatic therapy and low-impact exercise for seniors and others with chronic disease.

• Provide a place for families to have fun together.

• Provide facilities for Summer Day Camp participants to learn how to swim, splash and play.

SERVING MORE THROUGH THE WEST SIDE YMCA

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WEST SIDE YMCA

NEW LOCATION ASSESSMENT

BACKGROUND Area: 7.9 acres Cost: $1.375M appraised, current asking price $2.8M No environmental concerns Camp space possible on site

CONSIDERATIONS  Potential Membership Units: 1,398

WEST SIDE YMCA

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BUILDING MASSING | 19

LOCATION

SERVING MORE THROUGH THE WEST SIDE YMCA EXISTING BUILDING

GYM

STUDIO WELLNESS STUDIO

STUDIO

LOCKER ROOMS

POOL

ADMIN

COMMUNITY / MP

ENTRY

WEST SIDE Y: NEW AQUATIC CENTER THE IMPACT

• Teach critical water safety skills, reducing the risk of drowning.

• Teach lifeguarding skills to teens, building self-confidence and job skills.

• Offer aquatic therapy and low-impact exercise for seniors and others with chronic disease.

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THE PLANS • 8-lane lap pool • Warm water/family pool • New locker rooms will accomodate families and those with special needs

• Provide a place for families to have fun together.

• Provide the facilities for a swim team, encouraging healthy activities, teamwork and sportsmanship.

WEST SIDE Y: NEW INDOOR TRACK THE IMPACT

• Offer year-round opportunities to community members to stay active.

• Provide a low-impact way for seniors and those with mobility challenges to exercise.

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THE PLANS • Multi-lane waking/running track • Fully accessible

• Encourage families to connect in a healthy and active way.

• Provide a path back to better health for those rehabilitating from an injury or illness.

WEST SIDE Y: RENOVATE LOBBY THE IMPACT • Provide a welcoming gathering space for people to connect and socialize.

• Create a safe, secure and accessible entry point for access to the building.

• Offer space for parents and spouses to comfortably wait while their family members are participating in classes.

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THE PLANS • Comfortable seating areas • Small group meeting spaces • Wi-fi and computer stations available

WEST SIDE Y: BALL FIELDS THE IMPACT • Create opportunities for children to learn new skills and participate on sports teams, building confidence and a sense of teamwork.

• Provide volunteer opportunities for those wishing to give back and serve as positive role models for youth.

• Create a sense of community as parents come together to cheer on their team.

THE PLANS • Field space for baseball, soccer, lacrosse • Outdoor recreation opportunities

• Provide space for adults to participate in recreational leagues, allowing them to stay active and social.