The Columbus City Council has authorized the Director of Recreation and Parks to contract with General Maintenance and Engineering Co. for the Roof Improvements 2024-2025 Project. This ordinance allows for the transfer of $752,000 within the Recreation and Parks Voted Bond Fund to finance roofing repairs at several key locations, including the Whetstone Park of Roses Shelterhouse, Mentel Memorial Golf Course maintenance garage, Three Creeks Park maintenance garage, and the Holton Community Center. The project ensures that these facilities remain safe and operational by preventing further water damage and structural degradation. The approved contract amount is $340,000, with alternate funding of $357,950 and a contingency of $52,050. An additional $2,000 is set aside for interdepartmental inspections and fees.
This project is critical to maintaining public recreational infrastructure, ensuring safety, and extending the lifespan of essential city-owned facilities. Community feedback highlighted the urgent need for roof repairs, particularly at the Whetstone Park of Roses Shelterhouse, where water intrusion had caused interior deterioration.