Energy Retrofit Updates

November 19th Update

We are excited for our big reveal of the new and improved gymnasium at our first Christmas Bazaar on November 22nd. Visitors will enjoy the comfortable atmosphere of our warm, brightly lit gym.

  • HVAC System: The gymnasium was outfitted with a new compressor, ducting, and blowers, which were installed on the rooftop of the gym, resulting in a the space with reliable, energy-efficient, comfortable heating and cooling.

  • Gym Progress: New trim and doors finish off the newly remodeled gymasium. New basketball backboards and nets were also installed, thanks to the generous help of AAU Basketball, Cascade Pipe and Supply, Matt Port, and Barry Stromberger. A new lighting system brightens the gym, with a dimmable feature to adjust the lighting for specific useage.

  • Portico Replacement: A new portico graces the entrance into the building, which was once again designed by Howard Cherrington.

• HVAC System

• Gym Progress

• Portico Replacement

July 30th Update

After a tremendous effort to ready the space, Phase I of the Energy Retrofit Project began July 1st.

  • Our project manager, Ken Kinzle from Impel Construction keeps things running smoothly.

  • A new power line is being brought in for the new HVAC system. Pat Norwil, our electrical contractor stepped in to help, with David Harris adding the much-needed update to the lighting.

  • The gym walls are readied for insulation-something the building has never had. The interior walls are firred in to prepare for the addition of insulation.

• Key Team Members

• Powerline

• Gym Prep -Volunteers & Board

• Gym Walls

2022 - May 2025 Update

  • Completed HVAC Engineering Study and have plans drawn for the insulation package.

  • 20-Year renewable lease secured from MVSD through 2042.

  • Impel Construction hired as general contractor.

  • Funding for Phase 1 construction secured. THANK YOU to those who made this possible!


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Preparing the building to serve our
community for its next hundred years!