EGF looking to hire CM firm for park plans

By Doug Barrett May 26, 2021 | 8:24 AM

East Grand Forks may enlist the services of a construction management firm to help fine-tune cost estimates on potential park improvements – including the aging ice arenas.

East Grand Forks hired JLG Architects in 2019 to conduct a comprehensive building review of the Civic Center and VFW Memorial Arenas. The repairs and renovations could range from $13-$20 million dollars.

Park and Rec Superintendent Reid Huttunen says Construction Engineers would be hired at a cost of $22,500 dollars to help detail the project bidding and construction schedule.

Council member Dale Helms questioned the need for hiring another consultant before voters decide whether to support a sales tax to finance the project. Mayor Steve Gander says additional cost estimates will help in the decision making process.

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In other council news members reviewed a Park District plan to increase pool prices for the upcoming season. Most daily fees will increase a dollar and the family swim pass will climb two dollars. The hike will generate around $9,200 dollars in additional revenue based on 2020 attendance.

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