City of Visalia
Aquatic Center Feasibility
Project Team
Aquatic Design Group
Dennis Berkshire, President
ADG FIRM PROFILE
Firm Founded in 1984
Industry Involvement:
Competitive Facilities
Recreational Facilities
Leisure Facilities
20 Years Average Experience- Principals and Associates
Over 3,000 Completed Projects
ADG DESIGNED POOLS
• 11 World Records
• 26 American Records
• 39 U.S. Open Records
• 21 Olympic Trial Meet Records
•USA Swim Nat. Championship 6 of
Last 10 Years in Calf.
5 of 6 @ ADG Designs
Agenda
• Introduction
• Goals & Objectives
• Aquatic Opportunities
• Construction Costs
• Operating Costs
• Pool Options
• Proforma Options 1-3
• Site Considerations
Goals and Objectives
• Create a center that is a source of civic pride
• Serve the full range of aquatics interests
• Provide “something for everyone”
• Create a water-safe community through learn-to-
swim and water safety classes
Goals and Objectives
• Support the pursuit of excellence in aquatic sports
• Provide economic benefit to Visalia and local business • Be responsible stewards of the public’s money
and resources
• Develop facilities that are environmentally sensitive and sustainable
California Average Community
Survey Top Ten Aquatics Programs
Project &
Construction Costs
Construction Costs
• Building Gross Square Footage Costs
• Site Costs
• Preparation/Mobilization
• Infrastructure
• Site Improvements & Landscaping
• Parking
• Fixed Equipment Costs
Soft Costs
• Design and Engineering
• Site Development
• Fees and Testing
• Equipment and Furnishings
• Contingencies
Construction Costs
+
Soft Costs
= Total Project Costs
+ Escalation to the Midpoint of Construction
Cost Recovery
Revenue
55%28%
7%
7%
3%
Recreation Admissions
Swim Lessons
Aquatic Programs
Group Sales
Competitive Meets
* Based on California mean averages will vary based on location and economic conditions Expenses
60%
24%
5% 11%
Salaries and Benefits
Utilities
Maintenance / Repairs
All Other
* Based on California mean averages will vary based on location and economic conditions * Based on California mean averages will vary based on location and economic conditions Cost Recovery
Pool Options
The Right Balance
• Identify City Goals and Objectives
• Market/Programming
• Space Program
• Site Opportunities
• Project Operating
• Costs and Revenue
• Project Budget
50-Meter x 25-Yard Pool
• Lanes: 20
• Depth: 3.5’ – 12’
• Uses: Competitive Aquatics
(Swim, Water polo,
Synchro), Advanced
Instruction
• Square Feet: 12,350
• Construction Cost
(Pool Only): $5,600,000
• Estimated Subsidy:
($500,000)
Multipurpose Recreation Pool
• Lanes: Optional
• Depth: 0’ – 4’
• Uses: Lap Swim, Swim
Instruction, Family &
Recreation Swim, Water
Exercise, Rehabilitation
• Square Feet: 4,715
• Construction Cost (Pool
Only): $1,272,000
• Estimated Net Revenue:
$100,000
Building Support Spaces
• Lobby/Entry/Control Desk
• Public Locker Rooms, Showers & Bathrooms
• Family Changing Rooms
• Staff Office
• Classroom/Meeting Room
• Concession
• Lifeguard/First Aid/Training
• Pool & Chemical Storage
• Pool Mechanical
• Janitorial
Required Spaces:
Building Support Spaces
• Team Locker Rooms, Showers, & Bathrooms
• Coach Offices
• Timing Station
• Birthday Party Rooms
• Fitness Center or Weight Training Room
• Aerobics/Yoga Studio
• Events Center
• Child watch
• Playground or Lounge
Additional Options:
Concept Options
50 – Meter Option
Small Recreation Option 2,500 ft2
Medium Recreation Option 4,500 ft2
Large Recreation Option 6,500 ft2
Concept Options*
Option 1: 50-Meter Pool + Small Recreation Pool
Option 2: 50-Meter Pool + Medium Recreation Pool
Option 3: 50-Meter Pool + Large Recreation Pool
* Pools shown are not recommended configuration. They are examples for size of pool.
Option 1
50-Meter Pool & Small Recreation Pool
ITEM DESCRIPTION AREA (SQ. FT.)
1.1 50-Meter Pool 12,350
1.2 Small Recreation Pool 2,500
1.3 Pool Decking 22,275
1.4 Shade Areas 1,500
1.5 Entry/Lobby 1,300
1.6 Lockers (25)/Bathrooms 1,830
1.7 Operators Office 0
1.8 Aquatics Office 150
1.9 Classroom 800
1.10 Concession 500
1.11 Lifeguard/First Aid 500
1.12 Meet Mgt. 0
1.13 Indoor Storage 400
1.14 Pool Mechanical 1,200
1.15 Custodial 64
1.16 TOTAL BUILDING 8,670
1.17 Parking Spaces (248) 62,370
1.18 Sidewalks 5,495
1.19 Landscape 656,458
1.20 TOTAL SQAURE FEET 180,697
1.21 TOTAL ACRES 4.15
Option 1
50-Meter Pool + Small Recreation Pool
Project Estimate: $25M - $28M
ORDER OF MAGNITUDE
Annual Operating Revenue $600k - $700k
Annual Operating Expenses ($1,200k) – ($1,700k)
Required Subsidy * ($500k) – ($1,000k)
* Based on California mean averages will vary based on location and economic conditions Option 2
50-Meter Pool & Medium Recreation Pool
ITEM DESCRIPTION AREA (SQ. FT.)
1.1 50-Meter Pool 12,350
1.2 Small Recreation Pool 4,500
1.3 Pool Decking 25,275
1.4 Shade Areas 1,500
1.5 Entry/Lobby 1,300
1.6 Lockers (25)/Bathrooms 1,950
1.7 Operators Office 0
1.8 Aquatics Office 150
1.9 Classroom 800
1.10 Concession 500
1.11 Lifeguard/First Aid 500
1.12 Meet Mgt. 0
1.13 Indoor Storage 500
1.14 Pool Mechanical 1,500
1.15 Custodial 64
1.16 TOTAL BUILDING 9,320
1.17 Parking Spaces (281) 70,770
1.18 Sidewalks 6,095
1.19 Landscape 68,958
1.20 TOTAL SQAURE FEET
197,197
1.21 TOTAL ACRES 4.5
Option 2
50-Meter Pool + Medium Recreation Pool
Project Estimate: $28M - $31M
ORDER OF MAGNITUDE
Annual Operating Revenue $800k - $900k
Annual Operating Expenses ($750k) – ($1,800k)
Required Subsidy * ($400k) – ($900k)
* Based on California mean averages will vary based on location and economic conditions Option 3
50-Meter Pool & Small Recreation Pool
ITEM DESCRIPTION AREA (SQ. FT.)
1.1 50-Meter Pool 12,350
1.2 Small Recreation Pool 7,500
1.3 Pool Decking 29,775
1.4 Shade Areas 1,500
1.5 Entry/Lobby 1,300
1.6 Lockers (25)/Bathrooms 2,100
1.7 Operators Office 0
1.8 Aquatics Office 150
1.9 Classroom 800
1.10 Concession 500
1.11 Lifeguard/First Aid 500
1.12 Meet Mgt. 0
1.13 Indoor Storage 800
1.14 Pool Mechanical 2,000
1.15 Custodial 64
1.16 TOTAL BUILDING 10,508
1.17 Parking Spaces (331) 83,370
1.18 Sidewalks 6,995
1.19 Landscape 72,708
1.20 TOTAL SQAURE FEET 265,716
1.21 TOTAL ACRES 5.1
Option 3
50-Meter Pool + Large Recreation Pool
Project Estimate: $31M - $33M
ORDER OF MAGNITUDE
Annual Operating Revenue $900k - $1,100k
Annual Operating Expenses ($800k) – ($1,950k)
Net Subsidy * ($300k) – ($800k)
* Based on California mean averages will vary based on location and economic conditions Staff Recommendations
Staff recommends City Council consider the information
provided in the presentation on aquatics facilities and provide comments and direction:
1. Direct staff to focus on plans for a 50-meter
competitive pool and a large recreation pool.
2. Direct staff to further the assess the feasibility of 2-4 of the proposed aquatic facility sites to include
development costs, initial environmental assessment,
owner willingness to sell if not a City-owned property, and other aspects of the parcels proposed for the
development of proposed aquatics facility
Staff Recommendations Continued
3. Provide staff with direction on the timeline for development of this facility, whether the project could be phased, the priority for development given current available funding, and/or, direction to bring back funding options for development of a phased project or the complete project.
Potential Site Options
Site Evaluation
Recommended Motion
I move to:
Propose an aquatics facility that will include a 50-
meter competitive pool and a large recreational
pool; and/or
Direct staff to conduct further feasibility research
on(names site (s) ) for an aquatic's facility;
and/or
Direct staff to bring back funding options for total
and phased approaches for the project and
projected timelines
Questions?