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8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Vienna Annex Long-Term Use Study - Final Report
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BACKGROUND SUMMARY:
The Town of Vienna has contracted with Kimmel Bogrette Architecture & Kimley Horn to review the former Faith Baptist Church located at 301 Center Street, South, Vienna, Va. (Annex) and identify potential long-term uses for the property including robust community engagement. The long-term use study report will be used as a basis for discussion and decision making by legislators and key town staff. Town leadership made this purchase for both identified needs, and to strategically add to town resources for future projects and developments. Leadership and legislators want to determine the best use for this property in the near and not-so-near future.
Staff from the Parks and Recreation Department is managing this project, under the leadership from Town Council and with strong input from and collaboration with community stakeholders.
DATE(S) OF PRIOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF THIS ISSUE:
• Sept. 16, 2024 - Council Conference Session - CIP Discussion - merits of 2030 vs. 2040 plan
• June 10, 2024 - Council Conference Session - Vienna Annex Long-Term Use Study - Review Market Analysis and Business Operational Plan
• February 26, 2024 - Town Council Meeting - Vienna Annex Long-Term Use Study - Request approval of Business Planning and Operational Costs Study and KBA additional service.
• February 12, 2024 - Council Conference Session - Vienna Annex Long-Term Use Study - Restart
• June 5, 2023 - Council Conference Session - Vienna Annex - Business Planning and Operational Costs Study
• May 8, 2023 - Council Conference Session - Vienna Annex Long-Term Use Study - Engagement Summary and Next Steps
• March 20, 2023 - Council Conference Session - Vienna Annex Long-Term Use Study
• Nov. 14, 2022 - Town Council Meeting - Request approval to conduct an Annex Long-Term Use Study with Kimmel Bogrette Architecture + Site
• Aug. 29, 2022 - Town Council Meeting - Steeple and Roof Project on the Annex property located at 130 Center Street
• June 13, 2022 - Long term use for the Annex property located at 130 Center Street
• March 28, 2022 - Short term use for the Annex located at 130 Center Street
• Nov. 15, 2021 - Request approval to conduct a Condition Assessment with Whitman Requardt & Associates
OVERVIEW:
Since the acquisition of the Annex property at 301 Center St. S., the Vienna Town Council has been actively assessing the best use options for this strategically located site. In February 2024, the Council approved moving forward with a Market Analysis and Business Planning component as part of the overall long-term use study. This analysis aimed to align potential programming with community demographics and national trends while considering available space.
The project team presented four distinct options for consideration by the Council:
• Option 1 - Community, Wellness, & Aquatics (Competition Lap Pool + Instruction + Fitness);
• Option 2 - Community, Wellness and Aquatics - (Leisure Pool + Fitness);
• Option 3 - Community & Wellness Program (Fitness);
• Option 4 - Outdoor Community Gathering Program
In June 2024, the Council supported further investigation into Option 2 for an aquatics (leisure pool) and fitness facility. This proposal centers around a leisure pool designed for recreational swimming, swimming lessons and aquatic fitness programs rather than competitive activities. Features might include water slides, zero depth entry, playground, and other amenities that appeal to families and individuals looking for active recreation, relaxation and fun in an aquatic environment. This option aims to create a more casual and family-friendly atmosphere.
Based on the Council’s selection of Option 2, Kimmel Bogrette produced a final report detailing the following components:
• Market Analysis
• Program Definition (facility amenities and square footage)
• Operational Cost & Cost Recovery
• Service Level Information (membership, maximum occupant capacity)
• Design Solution
• Proposed Conceptual Floor Plans & Exterior Renderings
• Project Budget (Construction, Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment, Design Services and Contingency Costs)
• Schedule (timeline from design to construction completion of new facility)
NEXT STEPS:
If council desires to move forward with the 2030 opening plan, council shall direct staff to schedule a public hearing on November 18, 2024 for the 2030 opening plan.
EXPECTED COMPLETION TIME FRAME:
Conclusion of contract with Kimmel Bogrette with the final presentation and report presented to council on September 30, 2024.
SUMMARY/STAFF IMPRESSIONS:
The Parks Master Plan statistically valid survey and community survey conducted in 2024 identify significant community support for an aquatics and fitness facility.
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommended Action
Staff recommends moving forward with the 2030 opening plan.