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TOWN OF GRANBY
Bond Authorization of $11.4M for Various Capital Public Improvement Projects
On January 17, 2012 the voters approved an appropriation of $11,400,000 referendum for the various capital public improvement projects. 787 Yes Votes; 648 No Votes
- SILVER STREET BRIDGE: The town’s legal requirements are to safely maintain all town bridges. The funds will be used to replace the existing bridge to meet federal and state standards. The Silver Street Bridge project is federally funded by 80% and 20% local.
- PARK POND HOUSE AT SALMON BROOK PARK: The funds will be used to construct a 3,200 SF prefabricated building. It would meet increased program space needs, changing room capacity, first-aid station, and code compliance. Also, the Recreation Department needs adequate shelter for summer campers during inclement weather. The existing Pond House will be used for storage.
- COSSITT LIBRARY - ADJACENT LAND ACQUISITION: The purchase of adjacent property to Cossitt Library would add parking space and provide required space for a new septic system for this historic building.
- DPW WASH BAY and STORAGE BAY: Adding on to the present garage would be a 70’ wide x 47’ long vehicle wash bay addition and storage bay to the east end of the Public Works Facility. It would also resolve a State and Federal Regulatory deficiency that requires wash water to be captured before it is sent into a sanitary sewer system.
- GRANBY PUBLIC LIBRARY ROOF RESHINGLE: New shingles will maintain the integrity of the roof and overall structure. The present roof is over 30 years old and degraded.
- SBP TENNIS COURT REHABILITATION: Currently, the courts are severely worn; play is also limited after rain falls due to drainage issues. New fencing will be replaced where needed, and the light poles will be repainted. Replace the existing courts with a hard surface that can double as a skating rink during the winter months.
- SIDEWALK AND STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS TO SALMON BROOK PARK: The existing sidewalk network will be extended to connect the town center with Salmon Brook Park to improve pedestrian safety. The walk will be constructed of Portland cement concrete for 2,800 linear feet and be 4.5’ in width. The expansion will connect the Middle School/High School complex, Town Hall, and the Town Center with Salmon Brook Park.
- EVONSION FARM LAND PURCHASE AND IMPROVEMENTS: One of the goals of the town is to preserve the amount of open space land in town. Several years ago, an Open Space Fund was established to assist with the purchase of land that may become available. The Capital Improvement Program identifies an amount of $3,000,000 to acquire property, to retain open space and have it available for future town use.
- GENERATORS: The purchase of generators would improve and enhance communications and public safety for town residents and assist with sheltering during power outage emergencies, such as Hurricane Irene and Storm Alfred. The town had to share a portable generator with the Emergency Shelter established at Senior Center and the pump station. It is also in keeping with the state and local plans of emergency operations for preparedness. A generator to supply energy at portions of the Middle School is also planned.
- HIGH SCHOOL ELECTRONICS LAB: The district has identified the need for an electronics lab at the high school. It will provide space for collaborative work stations, lab experience and adequate space for additional technology and tools. The project would involve new construction and several modifications to existing spaces within the high school.
- ATHLETIC FIELDS PROJECT: Completion date – Summer 2012. Replace existing track on HS site with a six–lane regulation track and eight straight lanes; two artificial surface fields – one within track; new fencing and lighting; bleachers and press box; relocation of softball field; ADA compliance / handicap access; and address HS accreditation recommendation.
SUMMARY OF COST
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Gross Cost |
Other Funding 26% of Total |
Estimated Bonding Cost |
Silver Street Bridge |
$3,000,000 |
$2,400,000 |
$600,000 |
Salmon Brook Park Pond House |
$700,000 |
$250,000 |
$450,000 |
Cossitt Library Land Purchase |
$230,000 |
$215,000 |
$15,000 |
Library Roof |
$70,000 |
$0 |
$70,000 |
Salmon Brook Park Tennis Courts |
$65,000 |
$0 |
$65,000 |
DPW Wash-Bay & Storage Bay |
$350,000 |
$0 |
$350,000 |
Streetscape Improvements |
$330,000 |
$75,000 |
$255,000 |
Evonsion Farm Purchase |
$3,000,000 |
$0 |
$3,000,000 |
Emergency Generators |
$250,000 |
$0 |
$250,000 |
GMHS Electronics Lab |
$165,000 |
$0 |
$165,000 |
Athletic Fields |
$3,235,000 |
$0 |
$3,235,000 |
TOTAL |
$11,395,000 |
$2,940,000 |
$8,455,000 |
Note: Bonded net cost to Granby is rounded to $8,400,000 due to favorable Silver Street Bridge bid results.
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