HomeMy WebLinkAboutA007 - Motion accepting the Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center Monthly ReportTo:Mayor and City Council
From:Keith Abraham, Parks and Recreation Director
Date:January 27, 2026
Subject:Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center Monthly Update
Item No. 9
MEMO
PROJECT UPDATE:
In accordance with a previous directive, staff is required to keep the City Council
informed of the construction status of the Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center
(FFIAC) and will provide a written update at Council's second meeting of each
month.
Additionally, staff, along with representatives from Story Construction and RDG
Planning and Design, will provide an in-person update once per quarter (January,
April, July, & October). If anything occurs during the project that requires Council
action, staff will present this in a timely manner.
In accordance with this directive, the City's Construction Manager for the project,
Story Construction, has provided a Project Status Report (Attachment A). Story
Construction and RDG Planning and Design are 97% complete with reviewing
shop drawings and submittals. This activity will continue until 100% complete.
There are several items that City Council needs to be updated on regarding the
project.
Precast Concrete Panels
Staff continues to work with Story and RDG on gathering information related to
staining the precast concrete panels and is planning on providing an update to
City Council in February.
Polished Concrete Floors
The concrete floors in the lobby and the hallway to the locker rooms were
specified to be a polished Class B finish which is best described as a "salt &
pepper" look. Staff is not happy with the inconsistencies, imperfections, and the
overall appearance of these areas. Thus, staff has directed the contractor to go
to a Class C finish which will look similar to a terrazzo floor. A Construction
Parks and Recreation 515.239.5105 main
515.239.5142 fax
515 Clark Ave. P.O. Box 811
Ames, IA 50010
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Change Directive (CCD) has been issued to keep moving forward with the
project. The polishing work will begin on February 9 as that is the first opening
the subcontractor had available. The initial cost estimate to do this work is
$34,210. Staff is in discussion with Story and the contractor regarding who is to
pay for this change.
Additionally, there is an colored accent band in the lobby that was rejected. The
contractor has removed the accent band and replaced it with integral colored
concrete. This has been done at the contractor's expense.
Substantial Completion Dates
The revised substantial completion dates are as follows:
February 20 - Non-natatorium spaces
February 27 - Natatorium spaces
Please note that the glazing for the southeast portion of the natatorium has a 10-
week lead time and will need to be installed in late March or early April. Staff is
working with Story on ways to expedite the procurement of the glazing and/or
temporary fixes.
State Inspection
This is scheduled for March 3 and will encompass all components related to the
operation of the aquatic areas. In preparation for this, Story, RDG, and staff are
reviewing the inspection checklist to ensure the facility is ready to go.
Soil and Ground Water Contamination
It should be noted there have been no contaminated soils or groundwater found
to date.
CHANGE ORDER SUMMARY:
There were zero change orders since the last report, and the changes thus far on
the project are shown on the change order log (Attachment B).
To date, construction change orders for the project total $396,167, or
18.87% of the contingency budget. The contingency for this project is $2.1
million with a current balance of $1,703,833. There is also $1 million set
aside for mitigation of contamination issues, which has not been used at
this time.
ATTACHMENT(S):
Attachment A - 2026-01 Council Update.pdf
Attachment B - Change Order Log - 1-27-26.pdf
Parks and Recreation 515.239.5105 main
515.239.5142 fax
515 Clark Ave. P.O. Box 811
Ames, IA 50010
www.CityofAmes.org
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Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center
Monthly Project Status Report
January 2026
*Natatorium: Wellness, Recreation and Lap Pools
*Non-Natatorium: All supporting rooms outside of the Natatorium including Mechanical, Loading,
Locker Rooms, Offices, Main Lobby & Check-In, and the Alternate Walk Path
PROGRESS THIS PAST MONTH:
1. All pool and pool deck concrete pours were completed.
2. Wellness and Lap Pool painting was completed.
3. Rec Pool tile was started.
4. The water slide was installed.
5. Natatorium painting and lighting has started.
6. Lockers, doors and toilet partitions and accessories were installed.
7. Resilient athletic flooring was installed at the Walk Path and Multi-Purpose Rooms.
8. Casework was installed, minus the Lobby Check-In desk.
9. Interior storefront framing and glazing continued.
10. Acoustical ceiling tile was installed.
11. Overhead coiling door was installed at Maintenance.
12. Low voltage wiring for fire alarm, cameras and audio/visual started.
13. HVAC Controls wiring started.
14. Exterior curtain wall framing and glazing was installed at Natatorium southeast.
15. Exterior architectural metal panels were installed.
16. Rooftop mechanical louver screens were installed.
17. Parking lot lighting was installed.
18. Mechanical, electrical and plumbing installations continued in the Aquatic and Electrical
Mechanical Rooms.
19. Coordination meetings continued for mechanical equipment startup with the affected Bid
Package Contractors. Various mechanical equipment was started up.
20. Building Envelope Consult inspections were completed for vapor barrier and pool water stop,
while inspections continued for curtain wall glazing and precast penetrations.
21. Special inspections and testing of concrete was completed.
22. Design team site visits and field observations continued.
23. Requests for Information continued to be processed between the Bid Package Contractors,
Story Construction, and RDG Planning & Design.
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WORK PLANNED FOR NEXT MONTH:
1. Rec Pool tile and painting will be completed.
2. Pool accessories install will begin.
3. Casework installation will be completed.
4. Lighting fixtures, Data Devices, Cameras and Audio/Visual equipment installations will continue.
5. Interior storefront doors, glazing and caulking will be completed.
6. Exterior curtain wall framing will be completed at Natatorium southwest. Final Natatorium
glazing will be installed in March.
7. Exterior roof edge metals will be completed.
8. Final cleaning will be completed.
9. Story Construction office and scheduling trailers will be removed from the site.
10. Final Plumbing and Electrical will continue in the Aquatic and Electrical Mechanical Rooms.
11. Coordination meetings will continue for mechanical equipment startup with the affected Bid
Package Contractors and remaining mechanical equipment will be started up.
12. MEP Commissioning will begin.
13. Owner Operations Introductory meetings will continue.
14. Building Envelope Consult inspections will continue for curtain wall glazing and sealing exterior
wall penetrations.
SCHEDULE SUMMARY:
Construction Substantial Completion Date:
Non-Natatorium: February 20, 2026
Natatorium: February 27, 2026
PROJECT PHOTOS: [Next page]
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Contractor Change
Order #Description Amount Balance
Beginning Contingency
Balance $ 2,100,000
All Star Concrete 1 Precast Enbeds Install Change Contracts $ 10,010 $ 2,089,990
All Star Concrete 2 Increase Concrete Thickness in Maintenance Area $ 7,029 $ 2,082,961
Core Construction 1 IDPH Permit Review, Precast Panel Joint Mods, Mechanical Louver
Mods, Steel Lintel, Precast Enbeds Install Change Contracts $ 22,065 $ 2,060,896
Core Construction 2 Misc. Structural Revisions & South Elevation Glazing Revised $ 3,979 $ 2,056,917
Core Construction 3 Geared Trolley and Hoist $ (2,952) $ 2,059,869
Core Construction 4 Sink Countertop Brackets $ (1,203) $ 2,061,072
Core Construction 5 Channel Support $ 3,739 $ 2,057,333
Core Construction 6 Hoist Beam End Stop $ 1,356 $ 2,055,977
Forrest & Associates 1 Channel Support $ 1,163 $ 2,054,814
Lansink Construction 1 Wet Room Door Change, Multipurpose Room Cubbies $ 42,129 $ 2,012,685
Lansink Construction 2 Door 115A Change to FRP $ 2,858 $ 2,009,827
Lansink Construction 3 Interior Finishes $ 3,021 $ 2,006,806
Lansink Construction 4 Check-In Standing Desk $ 3,995 $ 2,002,811
Lansink Construction 5 Sink Countertop Brackets $ 1,639 $ 2,001,172
Lansink Construction 6 Wood Blocking $ 752 $ 2,000,420
Lansink Construction 7 Waterproof Exterior - Aquatic Mechanical $ 1,167 $ 1,999,253
Lansink Construction 8 Converting Room 108 Shower to a Roll In Shower $ 2,653 $ 1,996,600
Lansink Construction 9 Donor Wall $ 33,224 $ 1,963,376
Lansink Construction 10 Additional Changing Room Tile $ 2,597 $ 1,960,779
Central States Roofing 1 IDPH Permit Review, Mechanical Louver Mods $ 1,647 $ 1,959,132
Central States Roofing 2 Roofing Over Hollow Core $ 5,116 $ 1,954,016
Orning Glass Company 1 Wet Room Door Changes $ (3,823) $ 1,957,839
Orning Glass Company 2 Window Frit Revisions $ 1,743 $ 1,956,096
Orning Glass Company 3 Auto Door Operators $ 9,757 $ 1,946,339
Orning Glass Company 4 Entry Way Column Metal Wrap $ 438 $ 1,945,901
Hilsabek Schacht 1 Wet Room Door Change $ - $ 1,945,901
Hilsabek Schacht 2 Door 115A Change to FRP $ - $ 1,945,901
Hilsabek Schacht 3 Donor Wall Drywall $ 3,557 $ 1,942,344
Hilsabek Schacht 4 Site Signage $ (350) $ 1,942,694
Hilsabek Schacht 5 Precast Pocket Covers $ 2,598 $ 1,940,096
Hilsabek Schacht 6 Omit Painting - Mechanical Rooms $ (3,280) $ 1,943,376
Hilsabek Schacht 7 Close Off Top Of South Wellness Precast $ 3,808 $ 1,939,568
Hilsabek Schacht 8 Wellness Precast Vertical Joints & Frame Top of Masonry $ 3,656 $ 1,935,912
Hilsabek Schacht 9 Curtain Wall 12 & Metal Panels $ 599 $ 1,935,313
Sande Construction 1 IDPH Permit Review Updates $ 1,370 $ 1,933,943
Sande Construction 2 CO2 Tank Distribution Piping $ 2,692 $ 1,931,251
Sande Construction 3 Sump Pump Rail System and Backwash Pit Grate $ 4,744 $ 1,926,507
Midwest Fire Sprinkler 1 Omit Sprinkler Heads at Main Entry Exterior $ (700) $ 1,927,207
Brockway Mechanical 1 Hydronic Pumps Flow Update $ (2,320) $ 1,929,527
Brockway Mechanical 2 IDPH Permit Review Updates, 6" Storm Drain Relocation, Mechanical
Louver Mods, Glycol Feed Dual Pump $ 38,702 $ 1,890,825
Brockway Mechanical 3 State Requirements $ 12,033 $ 1,878,792
Brockway Mechanical 4 Pool Trench Drain Float Alarm $ 2,318 $ 1,876,474
Brockway Mechanical 5 Converting Room 108 Shower to a Roll In Shower $ 7,180 $ 1,869,294
Van Maanen Electric 1 IDPH Permit Review Updates $ 21,953 $ 1,847,341
Van Maanen Electric 2 Transformer Relocate $ 14,237 $ 1,833,104
Van Maanen Electric 3 Light Fixture SWA Dimming $ 4,679 $ 1,828,425
Van Maanen Electric 4 Exterior Signage Lighting Controls $ 1,007 $ 1,827,418
Van Maanen Electric 5 Pool Trench Drain Float Alarm $ 1,356 $ 1,826,062
Van Maanen Electric 6 Wiring Auto Door Operators in Corridor 108 $ 959 $ 1,825,103
Van Maanen Electric 7 ICN Connection $ 9,040 $ 1,816,063
Van Maanen Electric 8 New Light Fixture for Vestibule & Exterior $ 2,411 $ 1,813,652
Van Maanen Electric 9 Change TV Mounting Heights $ 1,049 $ 1,812,603
Con-Struct 1 Water Service Disconnect $ 7,747 $ 1,804,856
Con-Struct 2 Building Rubble Removal $ 45,419 $ 1,759,437
Con-Struct 3 Planting Revisions $ (737) $ 1,760,174
Con-Struct 4 Curb Strip Restoration $ 9,702 $ 1,750,472
Con-Struct 5 Southeast Planting Revisions & Dormant Seed Matting $ 2,575 $ 1,747,897
Iowa Pipe & Grading 1 Storm & Existing Water Utility Conflict & Sanitary Tie in at N. 2nd
Ave $ 14,518 $ 1,733,379
Lakeside 1 Site Signage $ 2,120 $ 1,731,259
Lakeside 2 CyRide Concrete Pad $ 296 $ 1,730,963
Lakeside 3 Replace Curb & Gutter on Oak Avenue $ 27,130 $ 1,703,833
Totals / Current Balance $ 396,167 $ 1,703,833
FITCH FAMILY INDOOR AQUATIC CENTER
CHANGE ORDER LOG
(As of 1/27/26)
Highlighted Rows Indicate New Change Orders Since the Last Update
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