Local decision makers have decided to repair the Vernon Rec Centre, rather than build a new one. Greater Vernon Advisory Committee director Rob Sawatzky says a brand
new facility in the same location would cost 18 million, likely not a
bill taxpayers would support. "I don't think it's an option, and the other problem that you would
have is could you ever get it that close to a stream anymore?" 1.7 million dollars in repairs will be made to the 46 year old
building, specifically to get rid of rot in the pool walls and roof, and
to fix the heating and air lines in the auditorium. A pool dehumidification system costing $600,000 will also be added. The money will come from RDNO reserves. Sawatzky says they will look into legal action as the problems were caused by improper installations years ago. "But apparently the people who signed off as engineers don't exist, so were not hopeful of getting any remuneration." A staff report by community development coordinator Tannis Nelson
says the centre was built in 1967, and the aquatics centre was renovated
in 1994. "Although it is an older facility, it is a sound building, and with
the recommended repairs, will last at least 40 years with some annual
commitments to upgrades and maintenance."
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