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Option C+, Phase I (2005)

A slight improvement from Option B; still not enough

On December 8, 2005, HRM was to reveal which of the three facility options presented at the October 19 meeting they were proceeding with (Option A, Option B, or Option C). Instead, Councillors unveiled new plans consisting of a two-phase approach. This option was called Option C+.

While the overall C+ plan was considered an upgrade from Option C, much of the necessary components beyond a swimming pool were deferred to phase II with the fund raising burden of $8-million total placed entirely on the community. In actual fact, Phase I was only a slight upgrade from the original Option B which Build it Right has steadfastly maintained is not adequate for the community.

Side by Side Comparison

Below is a side by side comparison of Option C+, Phase I and HRM's previous Option B.

** Current Plan **

Option C+ Phase I

Option Presented in October 19 meeting

Option B

Aquatic Centre

Estimated area: 30,000 square feet

Estimated cost $9,500,00

Six lanes - 25meter - 4'6" maximum depth

  • Lane swimming
  • Teaching
  • Ramp entry

Leisure Pool - under 3'6" deep

  • Teaching
  • Rehabilitation
  • Recreation

Deep Water Pool -12'-0" deep

  • Training for lifeguards
  • Entry level synchro swimming
  • Diving - 1 meter board

Dryland

  • Multi Purpose room
  • Walking Track

Aquatic Centre

Estimated Area: 25,100 square feet

Estimated Cost $8,000,000

Four lanes - 25meter - over 2'11" deep

  • Lane swimming
  • Teaching

Leisure Pool - Under 2'11" deep

  • Teaching
  • Rehabilitation
  • Recreation

Dryland - 1,850 square feet

  • Meeting Rooms
  • Activity Room
  • Lease space
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