NORTHWEST SIDE OF BUILDING
As with any renovation of this scale, there are moments that feel fast and exciting, and others that feel slow and disruptive. We are definitely in the “everything at once” phase right now: demolition, site work, utilities, logistics, and planning all intersecting at once.
One notable change is in staffing. Our Quality Control Manager, Milton Ohlman, is no longer with the project. Doug Glover is actively working on finding a qualified replacement to fill this important role. This type of transition is not uncommon on long, complex projects, and while the timing is never perfect, we will not lose momentum
On the demolition front, we are nearly finished taking down what needed to be removed and expect demolition to be fully completed before the next update. Now that members can physically see portions of the building opened up, a common question has started to surface: “Why didn’t we just take the whole building down?” The answer is that preserving key structural components saves time, avoids additional permits and environmental complications, and protects us from significant cost increases. It also allows us to build smarter, not just bigger.
Over at the pool, progress is moving quickly. The placement of the new equipment is nearly complete, and we expect everything to be installed, and the pool refilled by the end of the week. This is a big visual milestone and a great sign that outdoor amenities are starting to take shape alongside the interior work.
Change Orders (COs) are an expected part of a large-scale construction effort such as the GH $19 million project, where evolving site conditions, design clarifications, and unforeseen challenges often require adjustments to the original contract. As of now, the project is on CO #10, reflecting a combination of scope modifications, scheduling contingencies, and necessary structural updates. Some of these COs carry no direct cost impact ($0), serving instead as documentation of scope clarification or administrative alignment between the project team, contractors, and stakeholders.
And the next time you see Doug Glover, please make sure to thank him for his time, dedication, and unwavering devotion to this project as our owners’ representative. Doug has been deeply involved in every decision, big and small, and has spent countless hours pushing this renovation forward behind the scenes. His commitment to getting this right for the membership has been exceptional, and a simple “thank you” goes a long way.
Until next time—Patience and Progress!
Lonnie
