by Jim Wellman
General Information
- Twenty-two (22) Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) have been purchased and are being prepared for installation at all Recreation Centers, the Sun Bowl Amphitheater/Ballpark and at all Golf Pro Shops. Installation of the AEDs will commence the week of February 1, 2016. In addition, voluntary training is being offered by Sun City Fire and Medical on Monday, February 8, 2016 from 9-10am at Sundial East Hall and Tuesday, February 9, 2016 from 2-3pm at Mt. View Auditorium. Each session is identical and will cover chest compressions and use of the AED equipment. While these classes are filling up fast there is still space available by contacting Linda Menna at lmenna@suncityaz.org or for those who do not have a computer 623-561-4614.
- On site evaluations of fifteen men & women’s golf (on-course) restroom locations were completed on January 15, 2016. While most of the buildings were in good repair the RCSC will need to replace some doors & jambs, fascia boards, toilets, skylights and perform other maintenance such as painting. In addition, all lavatory faucets will be replaced with push button, metered type units to conserve water and all roofs will be repaired and recoated. The complete project is being prepared for contractor bids at this time.
- The RCSC is also preparing to remodel several men & women’s restrooms at the following locations: Bell Club Area, Bell Library (East), Bell Lanes (East), Lakeview (upstairs), Lakeview Lanes (East) and Marinette by the Social Hall. The remodels will include ADA accommodations and each must be scheduled during the year when usage is down. Additional information about these restroom remodels will be included in future reports.
Oakmont Center
- Contractor bids for the Oakmont exterior remodel project have been received and will be submitted to the RCSC bid commission for final approval very soon. The project includes exterior stucco of all remaining buildings, rework of soffits and fascia boards, some new windows and doors, some sidewalk replacements, remodel of the two restrooms by the auditorium and patio repairs. Commencement of work is planned for March 7, 2016 after the Clubs’ Fun Fair is completed.
Fairway Center
- Materials have been ordered and a contractor hired to repair the tile in front of the pool showers. The mats currently being used to prevent slippage will be removed once the tile work is completed. Contractor is Resource Flooring. (Approximate Cost – $2,800)
Viewpoint Lake
- The large crack in the Viewpoint Lake wall has now been evaluated by a Structural Engineer. His final conclusions and repair requirements have been received and a repair contractor is being hired to repair the crack which has closed somewhat now that the lake is at normal operating level. (Estimated Cost for Engineer and repairs – $4,000)
- Due to shortages of Rainbow Trout this year, and the high cost of bringing trout in from Colorado, the RCSC will not be stocking rainbow trout in 2016. The RCSC will again look into stocking trout in Viewpoint Lake for the December 2016/Spring 2017 season.
Lakes West
- Replacement of a 15″ septic leach field pipe, which serves the on-course restrooms by the 13th green at Lakes West will commence once we coordinate with Brian Duthu. Due to existing underground utilities and irrigation systems, the work must be completed by hand instead of a backhoe. Contractor is Sunland Plumbing. (Cost – $5,500)
Bell Center
- The wood support structure from which the Liberty Bell hangs is deteriorating, therefore plans are underway to support the bell while the support structure is removed. Once the new support structure is fabricated the 2,080 pound bell will be reinstalled. Contractors are Starling-Madison-Loftquist structural engineer, Ken McIntyre Construction and the Skilled Trades Department. (Estimated Cost – $4,700)
Skilled Trades Department
- The RCSC Skilled Trades department completed 177 work orders during the last two weeks of December 2015 and the first two weeks of January 2016. The Skilled Trades team completed a whopping 2,003 work orders in 2015 compared to 1,595 work orders the previous year. This is in addition to all the work done without a work order such as fitness equipment and swimming pool/spa maintenance work. Way to go Skilled Trades!
Centers Operations
- New tables and chairs have been added around the pool at Lakeview Center.
- There have been many successful events held at each center during January. A pickleball tournament at Marinette, numerous social events in the Bell social halls, concerts and the Discover Sun City AZ event at Sundial, a quilt show at Lakeview, several club activities at Oakmont, the SCHOA Annual Meeting at Fairway and the Player’s Club production at Mountain View.
- Congratulations to John Collins who recently celebrated his 10 year anniversary with the RCSC. He currently works at the Bell Recreation Center. John performs his job with much enthusiasm and attention to detail.
- We would like to recognize Penny Kovac at the Oakmont Recreation center for her outstanding service to our cardholders. Whenever you see Penny she is always busy doing something to keep the center clean and make visitors welcome. She has worked at Oakmont and the North Golf Course Snack shop for over 8 years. The next time you see her say Hi…if you can catch her!