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Section 1 Firm Overview
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FIRM OVERVIEW Established in 1952, CHA is a highly diversified, full-service engineering and construction management firm providing a wide range of design services to public, private, and institutional clients. The central core of our business philosophy is one that promotes a collaborative working relationship with our clients supported by experience and best practices. Over the last two decades, CHA has planned, designed and constructed hundreds of venues for parks and recreational facilities across the US. Our expertise includes: •• •• •• •• ••
Civil/Site Design Master Planning Geotechnical Engineering MEP Design Structural Engineering
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Environmental Compliance Landscape Architecture Program Management Sustainable Design Life Safety & Security
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EXPERIENCE IN PARKS CHA has extensive experience in programming and planning for parks throughout the country. We work closely with staff, user groups, and the public to develop a program to meet users’ needs. We are experienced in the specific and unique requirements of designing and constructing safe parks including athletic fields, pedestrian routes, bikeways, and passive use including the guidelines, standards, and requirements of the Federal # Highway Administration (FHWA), the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) guidelines, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We provide full-service planning, programming and design for: • • • •
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Active Parks Passive Parks Maintenance Facilities Visitor Centers
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Recreational Complexes Performing Arts Centers Lodges Zoos
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OUR CLIENTS Ascension Parish, LA Baltimore County, MD Bibb County, GA Boone County, KY Borough of Naugatuck, CT Carbon County, PA Cayuga County, NY Chesterfield County, VA City of Albany, NY City of Buffalo, NY City of Chicopee, MA City of Dallas, TX City of Elizabeth, NJ City of Elko, NV City of Indianapolis, IN City of Irving, TX City of Keene, NH City of Myrtle Beach, SC City of Newport News, VA City of Norcross, GA City of Overland Park, KS City of Richmond, VA City of Salt Lake City, UT City of Schenectady, NY City of Springfield, MA City of Suffolk, VA City of Syracuse, NY City of Troy, NY City of Virginia Beach, VA Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection, CT Coweta County, GA Coweta County, GA Croton-on-the Hudson, NY Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor Commission Durham County, NC Effingham County, GA Essex County, NJ Hanover County, VA Harvard Park Association, MA Heard County, GA Henrico County, VA Isle of Wight, VA James City County, VA Johnson County, KS Kent County, DE Loudon County, VA Louisa County, VA Maryland Soccer Foundation, MD
Middlesex County, NJ National Park Service New York State Canal Corporation, NY New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, NY Onondaga County, NY Porter County, IN Prince William Park Authority, VA Randall’s Island, NY Silver Bay Association, Silver Bay, NY Somerset County, NJ South Brunswick Township, NJ Stafford County, VA State of Maine Bureau of Parks, ME Town of Amherst, NY Town of Avon, IN Town of Bethlehem, NY Town of Catskill, NY Town of Cicero, NY Town of Clifton Park, NY Town of Colonie, NY Town of Corinth, NY Town of Dublin, NH Town of East Hartford, CT Town of Greenport, NY Town of Hebron, CT Town of Killingworth, CT Town of Malta, NY Town of Nantucket, MA Town of Newburgh, NY Town of Penfield, NY Town of Pittstown, NY Town of Rocky Hill, CT Town of Salina, NY Town of Smithtown, NY Town of Stony Point, NY Township of Maplewood, NJ Township of Moorestown, NJ U.S. Army Corps of Engineers U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service U.S. Department of the Navy U.S. Soccer Foundation Village of Menands, NY Virginia Department of Parks & Recreation, VA Westchester County, NY Whiteface Inn Golf Club and Resort YMCA of Greater Indianapolis, IN York County, VA 5
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OFFICE LOCATIONS
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New York City, NY
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Washington, DC
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CHA Canada St. Catharines, ON
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Novara GeoSolutions Norwell, MA American Fire Protection Birmingham, AL PDT Architects Portland, ME Daedalus Projects, Inc. Boston, MA
Section 2 NYSOPRHP Experience
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NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
For more than 20 years CHA has been providing planning and engineering design services to NYSOPRHP statewide under various regional term contracts. To date, we have successfully completed more than 95 task assignments for NYSOPRHP at state parks, historic sites, and golf courses throughout New York State. This successful partnership has provided us an opportunity to be involved in a variety of interesting projects that include both new construction and rehabilitation of existing facilities. Many of the task orders issued under these term contracts were emergency projects or projects small in size with quick turnaround times. Our experience includes: •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• ••
Jones Beach State Park East Mall Renovations Dam Safety Inspections – 7 Dams Harriman State Park Septic System Upgrades Peebles Island State Park Bleachery Building Stabilization Saratoga Spa State Park Roosevelt II Bathhouse Renovation Bash Bish Falls Septic System Improvements Bear Mountain Wastewater Treatment Plant Tank Replacement Olana State Historic Site Wetland Delineation John Boyd Thatcher State Park Tory Cave Trail
•• Saratoga Spa State Park Gas Main Replacement •• Old Croton Aqueduct Historic State Park Bridge and Weir Stabilization •• Clermont State Historic Site Electrical System Upgrades •• Rockland Lake State Park Pool Upgrades •• Saratoga Spa State Park New Electrical Distribution System •• James Baird State Park Golf Course Irrigation Upgrades •• Battle Island State Park Golf Course Emergency Irrigation Improvements •• Old Fort Niagara Seawall Emergency Repairs •• Sandy Island Beach State Park Slope Repair
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Bleachery Building Stabilization Location: Waterford, NY Services: Civil Structural Environmental Mechanical Electrical Historic Preservation
Peebles Island State Park
CHA was responsible for determining the feasibility of stabilizing the Bleachery Building at Peebles Island State Park. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the building has not been used since the early 1970s and has deteriorated to the point of being in danger of collapse. CHA completed a Program Phase Report assessing the potential stabilization of the structure for future use. As part of the investigations, CHA tested the existing remaining wood frame, concrete piers, and the mortar associated with the building’s exterior masonry. In addition, since the building was used for a number of manufacturing processes, CHA conducted environmental testing to determine the presence of potentially hazardous materials. Several stabilization scenarios were identified and the report recommended extensive interior structural improvements designed to preserve and protect the exterior of the building and the existing wood frame members that were identified to be in satisfactory condition along with significant environmental remediation. Following the Program Phase Report, CHA prepared construction documents # specifying environmental remediation and building stabilization. CHA worked closely with New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation staff to identify key design elements that should be preserved or replicated during the design to preserve historically significant elements of the building.
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Location: Saratoga, NY Services: Structural Civil Environmental Architectural Electrical
Roosevelt II Bathhouse Renovation Saratoga Spa State Park
The Roosevelt II Bathhouse was built in 1935 and, at the time, was considered one of the most modern bathhouses in the world. The 19,000 SF facility operated as a bathhouse from 1935 until 1942; had a variety of uses from the 1950’s to the 1980’s including storage, a health club, and park offices; and has been vacant since the late 1980’s. CHA was initially called in 2013 to assist with Phase I of the project, which involved stabilization of the building to preserve it for future use within the park. This phase included abating a substantial amount of asbestos containing materials, select roof repair, and installation of new electric service. Phase II of the project will rehabilitate the main lobby and adjacent public restrooms to provide “curb appeal” that will attract private developers and potential end users. Exterior work involving entry doors, window and masonry restoration is also included in this phase.
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Location: Valley Cottage, NY Services: Civil Site Design Aquatic Design Landscape Architecture Electrical Structural Mechanical
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Pool Facility Renovations Rockland Lake State Park
Under two Term Contract Work Orders, CHA conducted an assessment of the existing pool and ancillary facilities at this park to identify deficiencies and evaluate potential remedial alternatives. CHA worked closely with personnel from the NYSOPRHP to determine the use and needs of the facility. In addition, several technical investigations were conducted to determine the existing condition of the pool and the ancillary facilities. Based on the investigations, CHA prepared a Facility Evaluation and Feasibility Report that identified required upgrades and three conceptual alternatives for facility redevelopment. The plans included the construction of a new reinforced concrete pool shell (floor and walls), new water circulation and filtration system, new water chemical and disinfection systems, # new water make-up systems, and pool deck improvements. In addition, the plans included replacing the existing kiddie pool with a modernized 3,000 SF interactive sprayground and the construction of a new water slide structure including two gel-coated fiberglass serpentine slide flumes starting from a 24-foot slide tower. Additional site amenities included new bench seating, new shade structures, and various improvements offering a fully modernized aquatic venue. CHA also worked closely with the New York State Department of Health to receive the required approval to construct the project. We also provided Construction Phase services including response to RFI’s, review of contractor submittals, and attendance at construction progress meetings.
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Location: Yorktown Heights, NY Services: Aquatic Design Architecture MEP Environmental Structural
Pool Evaluation FDR State Park
CHA was hired to evaluate the outdoor aquatic facility. The swimming pool was constructed in the 1960’s. With a volume of 1,500,000 gallons, the 130-foot wide x 328-foot long FDR Pool is the largest single pool in the New York State Park System. The pool can serve up to 3,500 swimmers at one time. The project will focus on the pool basin, deck, circulation, filtration systems and life guard services. The scope of the design services will include, but not be limited to, the analysis and design of replacement or rehabilitation options for: pumps, pool basin configuration, accessibility improvements (zero entry or ramps), pool basin surfacing, filtration systems, backwash, surge tank, main drains, plumbing/piping components, deck area, gutter drains, generator, water play features, landscaping, lifeguard facilities, and filter building.
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Location: Pulaski, NY Services: Civil Geotechnical Survey Construction Administration
Emergency Slope Repair Sandy Island Beach State Park
Rainfall, elevated lake levels, and flooding have all contributed to erosion and the ultimate failure of a large section of the sand dune located along the shoreline of Lake Ontario at Sandy Island Beach State Park. CHA was called in by NYS Office of General Services, in conjunction with NYS Office of Parks Recreation and Historic Preservation (NYSOPRHP), to conduct an emergency inspection of a 300 to 500-foot section and present design options to repair the eroded slope before further State land is lost. Because of the expedited schedule associated with the emergency work, a subsurface exploration was not performed. Instead, CHA’s geotechnical engineers # reviewed geologic maps and determined the subsurface conditions likely consist of loose sand deposits. CHA developed three slope repair options and prepared a comparative analysis of each option for NYSOPRHP, including cost comparisons, stability, and durability estimations. The use of sand and concrete filled TrapBags was ultimately recommended. CHA mobilized a survey and inspection team to the site to aid in the preparation of a site plan to support the layout and design of the preferred option.
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Location: Ossining, NY Services: Civil Structural Construction Administration
Sing Sing Kill Bridge Inspection The Sing Sing Kill Bridge was constructed in 1839 and carries the Old Croton Aqueduct over the Kill approximately 60 ft. below. The structure is approx. 500 feet long and includes two primary stone arches and a small arch passageway. The aqueduct conveyed drinking water from the Croton Reservoir to New York City. While no longer utilized for conveying water, the bridge now supports a walking trail that follows the entire alignment of the aqueduct. CHA conducted an inspection of the bridge and waste weir building to determine conditions. The work also included an assessment of infiltration of stormwater into the bridge which may be contributing to its deterioration. In order to control costs, CHA developed an innovative approach to inspect the bridge which limited both manpower and equipment requirements. CHA prepared a Program Phase Report that identified key findings and observations and provided recommendations for improvements. CHA also prepared a conceptual cost estimate for the recommended repairs.
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Location: Cold Spring, NY Services: Geotechnical
Breakneck Ridge Trail Rockslide Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve
CHA was contacted for an emergency response project related to a rockslide along the Breakneck Ridge Trail at Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve. The trail, which is extremely busy with hikers, has some history of injury due to falling rocks, and it was imperative that the issue be addressed quickly. CHA responded to the site within hours of being notified and conducted a preliminary assessment of the rockslide. Our engineers observed an irregular shaped boulder, approximately 9’x8’x5’, that had toppled approximately 30’ downhill. The soil face that was exposed by the boulder movement is very steep and will likely collapse over time due to slope failure and/or erosion. The section of the trail observed appeared unstable, especially relative to its accessibility, reported heavy use, and history #of injury. Our observations were summarized in a report to OGS that provided potential options for addressing the rockslide to make this area safe for hikers who access the trail daily.
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Location: Wantagh, NY Services: Civil Structural Geotechnical Electrical
East Mall Redevelopment Jones Beach State Park
Located in the NYSOPRHP Long Island Region, Jones Beach State Park is situated along a 16-mile long coastal barrier island off the shore of Long Island. In 2014, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced the Jones Beach Revitalization Plan and committed $90 million over a five-year period for the restoration and revitalization of the popular State Park. The first project undertaken was the renewal of the East Mall area, including a new East Mall Market Building and surrounding landscape, providing a range of new infrastructure and recreational activities. The project consisted of a two-phased redevelopment of the East Mall area. CHA provided geotechnical, civil, site electrical and site structural services for the project. Each phase is described as follows: Phase I: Completed in 2017, Phase I included the development of a 2-acre passive and active recreation area adjacent to the Boardwalk. The site includes shuffle board courts, fixed ping-pong tables, bocce courts, and picnic tables. Other features include lounge chairs, and shade structures. Hardscape in the area includes decorative site walls, porous stone paving, brick pavers, and wood decking including a ramp to the existing Boardwalk. This site is also complemented with native plantings. Phase II: Phase II of the project was recently completed and involved the construction of an 8,000 sf Boardwalk CafĂŠ with an adjoining Boardwalk Plaza Area that ties into the existing Boardwalk. The CafĂŠ and Boardwalk Plaza Area were constructed on a combination of steel and timber piles designed to be sustainable under hurricane conditions. Phase II also included a new site transformer and electrical service, site lighting, and new area entrance road and employee parking.
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Location: Henrico, VA Services: Civil Environmental Electrical Water/Sewer System Design
Sewage Disposal Treatment System Upgrades Harriman State Park
NYSOPRHP engaged CHA for professional engineering services related to the evaluation of onsite wastewater disposal system replacement alternatives at various camp and cabin sites located in the Harriman State Park of the Palisades Region. The Palisades Region of the New York State Park system is located in the highlands region along the western banks of the Hudson River and is utilized by a large population of New York City residents, tourists and vacationers. The Harriman State Park is located in Rockland and Orange counties and contains approximately 46,000 acres of land. Park visitors enjoy a large network of camping areas, hiking trails, the Appalachian Trail and 31 lakes and reservoirs with three beaches. The park also offers streams and scenic roads with views and vantage points. The project area consists of three separate camp sites within the Harriman State Park. The group camps are known as Lake Kanawauke (K-5, K-13, and K-20), Lake (S-3, S-4, S-6, S-11 and S-18) and Summit Lake (UT-2 and UT-7&8). These camp sites are generally used seasonally from the middle of May to late October each year. Percolation testing was performed in accordance with NYSDEC and NYSDOH # procedures. Percolation tests were generally performed within 5 feet of the adjacent test pit. Percolation testing at 12 locations ranged from 1 minute per inch to 35 minutes per inch. CHA prepared a Program Phase Report that assessed the feasibility and presented schematic level design for the replacement of existing cesspools located at the three group camps with new onsite wastewater disposal systems. Alternatively, in a limited number of locations, low pressure sewer systems connecting to existing Parks sanitary sewer collection systems were deemed possible where adequate system capacity exists.
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Location: Copake, NY Services: Survey Geotechnical Enviornmental
Landfill Closure Design Lake Taghkanic State Park
CHA was retained by OPRHP in 2003 to perform an investigation of a former fill area at the Lake Taghkanic State Park. The investigation was conducted to evaluate soil and surface water characteristics in the vicinity of the fill area, and to identify any potential impact to the surrounding land. The results were used to determine whether the fill area would be considered a solid waste landfill under New York State regulations. Lake Taghkanic State Park encompasses 1,568 acres of pristine wilderness and includes picnic areas, campgrounds and log cabins, a bathing beach, playgrounds, ball fields and hiking trails. Disposal of household-type trash began shortly after the park opened in the 1930’s and continued through the 1980’s. The disposal area was originally a low-lying swamp area before filling with park generated waste. The waste disposed of in the landfill consisted primarily of household wastes such as glass, plastic, cans, food, and paper generated by users of the Park. Trash was typically burned once per week and covered with clean soil. CHA conducted an initial investigation of the landfill in the fall of 2003, which involved the completion of test pits and surface water sampling, and issued a Landfill Investigation Report in December 2003. Following the completion of that report, CHA identified a number of potential alternatives for closure of the landfill in accordance with the 6 NYCRR Part 360 regulations. These alternatives included a traditional landfill closure (capping and post-closure monitoring) and landfill reclamation (removal of the waste material). The NYSDEC reviewed the report and indicated that either a traditional closure or reclamation would be acceptable. CHA was subsequently retained in 2015 to provide Program Phase Services in order to establish the most appropriate closure alternative for the inactive landfill area. Based on selection of traditional closure, and in accordance with NYCRR Part 360 regulations, CHA completed a supplemental Closure Site Investigation in 2016 which consisted of a formal hydrogeologic investigation including the installation of bedrock groundwater monitoring wells, collection of groundwater samples for laboratory analysis, and completion of a Closure Site Investigation Report for submittal to the NYSDEC. In 2017, CHA completed the formal design for landfill closure.
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Location: Saratoga Springs, NY Services: Civil Survey Landscape Architecture Traffic & Transportation Engineering
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Route 50 Pedestrian Crossing Saratoga Spa State Park
CHA completed the design and construction documents for a new midblock pedestrian crossing on NY Route 50 adjacent to the Saratoga Spa State Park in # Saratoga Springs, NY. The mid-block crossing was designed to provide a pedestrian/ bike linkage between the Saratoga Spa State Park trail network and the Railroad Run trail. Engineering services included the geometric design of the crossing, drainage design, design for clearing within the highway Right-of-Way to establish required sight distances, signal design for 3-color traffic operations and pedestrian signals with count-down timers, street lighting evaluation, and traffic control plans for construction.
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Section 3 Additional Experience
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Location: Colonie, NY Services: Master Planning Civil/Site Design Environmental Engineering Landscape Architecture Permitting
The Crossings of Colonie Town of Colonie
CHA provided planning and design services to the Town of Colonie for the development of “Central Park’ a 130-acre recreational facility that features multi-use, pedestrian/bike paths, an arboretum, wetland enhancements, a boat house, picnic areas and an amphitheater. In addition to planning and designing the features within the park, CHA examined site access issues including vehicular access, sidewalks/pedestrian access, bike path coordination and the potential for signalization. . Gold Award, Water Resources Category - ACEC of New York (2004) Project of the Year Award, Structures/Recreation - APWA New York Capital Branch (2004) Project of the Year Award, Structures Category - APWA New York Capital Branch (2005)
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County-wide Park Improvements Location: Onondaga County, NY Services: Civil Site Design Environmental Survey Landscape Architecture Mechanical Electrical
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Onondaga County
CHA was responsible for the development, design and construction of multiple # capital improvement projects within the Onondaga County park system including: • • • • • • • •
Highland Forest, Skyline Lodge Observation Deck Design Highland Forest Skyline Lodge Parking Redesign Rosamond Gifford Zoo Parking and Entry Redesign Jamesville Beach Paving and Parking Design Onondaga Lake Park East Shore Trail Carpenters Brook Fish Hatchery Cost-benefit Economic Evaluation Veterans Cemetery Stormwater Management Beaver Lake Nature Center Entrance Redesign and Parking Improvements Excellence in Landscape Design and Environmental Leadership Award - New York State Recreation & Park Society • West Shore Trail Extension STATEMENT OF CAPABILITIES | Parks & Recreation
Location: Albany, NY Services: Civil Site Design Environmental Landscape Architecture Electrical Structural
Corning Preserve Ampitheater City of Albany
The redevelopment of the Corning Preserve has transformed an underutilized city waterfront asset into a major destination location within New York’s Capital District. The park now hosts a waterfront promenade with transient boat docking facilities, a 700-seat amphitheater and performance stage, improved pedestrian access and bikeway, a modern visitor’s center with interpretive facilities, and improved landscape plantings and pedestrian amenities. The park hosts Albany’s “Alive at Five” festival, Waterfront JazzFest, and other events.
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Location: Cary, NC Services: Landscape Architecture Sports Field Design
Turf Fields Town of Cary
CHA was retained by the Town of Cary to develop the first synthetic turf athletic # fields for the Town’s increasing recreation and athletic programming. CHA worked closely with Cary’s professional staff, program directors, and Town Manager to program, analyze, budget, scope, and design synthetic turf fields to replace existing natural grass fields at five of the Town’s active-use parks. CHA continues to work closely with the Town to bring these new-generation synthetic turf fields to the local citizens and patrons of the Town of Cary Parks and Recreation facilities.
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Location: Virginia Beach, VA Services: Civil Landscape Architecture Sports Field Design Electrical
Princess Anne Athletic Complex City of Virginia Beach With a name that suggests royalty, the Princess Anne Athletic Complex has a lot to live up to. This stunning Athletic Complex, designed by CHA, features eight regulation softball fields and seven regulation soccer fields, as well as field lighting, restrooms, concession and maintenance facilities. In addition to these amenities, the 250-acre athletic complex features a 20-acre pond with fishing pier, parking facilities, and several miles of multi-purpose trails. The only thing missing is a castle.
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Location: Elizabeth, NJ Services: Civil Site Design Sports Field Design Landscape Architecture Electrical Structural
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O’Brien Park City of Elizabeth
# CHA was retained by the City of Elizabeth to design the redevelopment of O’Brien Park. The park encompasses a city block and was redeveloped from curb-to-curb. Improvements included a synthetic turf soccer field, play structures, splash pad, a gazebo, pedestrian lighting, monument relocations, ornamental fencing, and other park-wide improvements.
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Overland Park Soccer Complex Location: Overland Park, KS Services: Sports Field Design Landscape Architecture
City of Overland Park
The Overland Park Soccer Complex is a premier soccer tournament facility also used for community soccer groups for youth and adult clubs. The project included twelve professional size synthetic turf fields, sports lighting, a field cooling system, tennis courts, basketball courts, concession and restroom buildings for each soccer “pod,� a skatepark and waterpark, play areas and park shelters, parking, thematic signage, site landscaping and irrigation, and renovations to the adjacent Deanna Rose Farmstead with new parking and landscaping. Six holes on an adjacent golf course were relocated to accommodate the project. 2010 Diamond Award, Special Projects Category - ACEC of New York Engineering Excellence Awards 2010 Capstone Award (Community Impact Category) - KC Business Journal
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Location: Williamsburg, VA Services: Planning Sports Field Design Construction Administration
Warhill Sports Complex James City County
CHA was retained by the County to design several projects at the Warhill Sports Complex over a 5 year span. These projects include a 3,000 seat synthetic turf # stadium, lighted majors baseball field, three lighted youth baseball fields, four tee-ball fields, outdoor batting cages and concession building with restrooms. The complex also includes four intermediate grass soccer fields, four premier full-size soccer fields, and six synthetic turf multi-use fields. Additional amenities include three lighted outdoor basketball courts, two ponds for shoreline fishing, 2-mile paved multi-use trail, and 3.5-mile wooded multi-use trail and picnic area. 2008 ACEC Honor Award Winner 2008 Virginia Park and Recreation Society Project of the Year Award Winner
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Sports Complex Location: Dover, DE Services: Sports Field Design Landscape Architecture Master Planning Construction Administration
Kent County
CHA is part of a team that provided site analysis and design for a regional field sports complex. The project design required coordination with future DelDOT plans for road improvements in the area. The facility is situated on approximately 100 leased acres of a 600-acre Kent County owned parcel. The project includes 12 fields and one stadium field with seating for approximately 1,000. The facility was designed ot only to meet the needs of the local sports community, but also function as host to regional and national youth tournaments in multiple field sports including soccer, lacrosse and field hockey. The stadium field was designed for expansion and includes associated parking. The fields are synthetic turf and five are lighted. Several small restroom and concession buildings were placed throughout the property. Additionally, the facility also includes a building to house meeting rooms, offices, locker rooms, kitchenette, restrooms, storage, and concession area. There is a maintenance building which includes an office, meeting room, equipment storage, material bins, fenced service yard and fuel storage. # 31
Location: Durham, NC Services: Planning Sports Design Sports Architecture Construction Administration
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Track & Stadium Field County of Durham
CHA provided design and construction administration services for the improvements to Durham County Stadium. Improvements included complete renovation of the # seating bowls, new 400M all weather running track, field events, new scoreboard and renovation of support facilities including restrooms, concessions, lockers and team rooms.
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Location: Ewing, VA Services: Civil Site Design Landscape Architecture Electrical Structural Mechanical
Wilderness Road State Park Visitor Center Virginia Dept. of Conservation & Recreation
CHA was retained by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation to design a new Visitor Center at Wilderness Road State Park. The project included a 5,500 SF building with all supporting utilities and infrastructure. The building and site plans were awarded a LEED certification for green building design, while maintaining a rustic look consistent with the region’s history.
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Location: Richmond, VA Services: Mechanical Electrical Structural Civil/Site Design
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Twin Lakes State Park Vehicle Maintenance and Storage Shed Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
CHA was retained by Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation to design a new maintenance building that will serve as the prototype design for all State Parks. The building is a pre-engineered structure with three maintenance bays,#as well as office and storage space.
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Meeks Park Amphitheater Location: Blairsville, GA Services: Civil/Site Design Landscape Architecture Structural Electrical
Union County
CHA was commissioned by Union County to design a 600 seat amphitheater and stage that would serve as a performing arts center for the County. Located in the North Georgia the architecture and site were designed using natural materials native to the area. The design was developed to provide the users an unobstructed view of the mountains while fitting in with the natural topography. The project also included design of new restroom facilities, walking paths and parking for visitors. The space between the stage and amphitheater was designed using decorative hardscape and lighting which allowed for overflow seating, and special events. The unique space was designed to accommodate a wide variety of uses including concerts, outdoor plays, weddings, graduations, and arts/crafts festivals.
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Location: Franklin, GA Services: Civil Site Design Sports Field Design Landscape Architecture Electrical Structural Mechanical Construction Administration
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Recreational Facility Heard County
Heard County, GA is proud to be home to a new multi-use recreational facility # designed by CHA. Users are generally impressed by the enormity of the complex. The facility is one of the largest of its kind in the state, totaling 115-acres. This community recreation center houses a double gymnasium with two indoor basketball courts, 16 ballfields, and over two miles of walking trails. The athletic fields feature field lighting, bleachers, and two concession stands.
2010 Association of County Commissioners of GA, Georgia County Excellence Award
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Brookside Park Pool Location: Indianapolis, IN Services: Aquatic Design Structural Engineering Electrical Engineering Civil Engineering
City of Indianapolis Parks & Recreation CHA has developed a relationship with the City of Indianapolis Parks and Recreation and have been charged with successfully completing various improvements to the Brookside Park Outdoor swimming pool complex. The 10,000 SF main pool will undergo various improvements which will include new recirculation and filtration equipment. The 3,900 SF kiddie pool will undergo several improvements including the addition of a beach entry area, a new waterplay structure and various spray features in the shallow portion of the pool. This project recently completed the bid process and will begin construction in the first quarter of 2020. This project will also include various improvements to the bathhouse and pool chemical delivery area of the facility.
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Multi-Pool Location Renovation and Modernization Location: Richmond, VA Services: Structural Civil Electrical Aquatic Design
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City of Richmond
CHA was retained to assess four of the City’s public pool facilities (located at Battery Park, Fairmount Park, Bellemeade Aquatic Center, and Blackwell pool) and submit recommendations based on the City’s criteria. Findings (including estimated construction costs) were submitted to the City in report format. CHA was then retained to prepared plans and specifications for most of the selected renovations and improvements to the four swimming pools. The designs included structural repairs to each pool, new concrete decks and drainage, existing wading pools converted to interactive spray grounds, electrical upgrades and a variety of site #and amenity improvements. Another major component of the project was to provide ADA access to the renovated pools and VGB main drain compliance. Three of the four pools have undergone construction completion.
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Location: Yonkers, NY Services: Architecture Mechanical Engineering Structural Engineering Environmental Surveying Construction Administration
Tibbets Pool Modernization Westchester County
First developed in 1920, this outdated 50,000 SF pool was historically significant to the County Parks Department. CHA developed a water park plan that retains the grand architectural significance of the facility while striving to more than double the patron attendance. The facility includes a 1,000-foot lazy river, basketball pool, lap pool, volleyball (dry and wet), two beach entry pools, water walk, multi-level aquatic play structure and kiddy pool, two body slides, concessions, restroom and lots of shade for hot sunny days. CHA was hired to perform all phases of planning, design and construction engineering services for this facility.
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Elm Avenue Park Pool Complex Town of Bethlehem Location: Bethlehem, NY Services: Aquatic Design Landscape Architecture Electrical Engineering Structural Engineering Mechanical Engineering Environmental Construction Administration
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CHA has developed an ongoing relationship with the Town of Bethlehem by carrying out several renovation projects for the Elm Avenue Park Pool Complex. Included in such projects are the design of a new water treatment system and the replacement of the concrete pool deck, diving boards, life guard towers and related aquatic site amenities. Another project included the conceptual design, preparation of plans and specifications, and construction phase services for spray grounds at the pool complex. CHA has consistently provided the client with cost effective solutions to upgrading their facilities that support the continued growth of the community and allow for improved and expanded services for one of the Capital Regions corner-stone communities. The upgrades to the filtration system at Elm Avenue. Park also help # safeguard park users from aquatic related illnesses while ensuring that community residents have a fun and relaxing haven from the blistering summer heat.
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Sprain Ridge Pool Modernization Location: Yonkers, NY Services: Aquatic Design Architecture MEP Structural Environmental Construction Administration
Westchester County
Themed around the site’s existing natural rock outcroppings, this 140,000 SF outdoor aquatic park will offer a variety of water amenities for all ages. When the County wanted to revive this outdated pool facility, they reached out to CHA. Challenged with a tough site and an aggressive schedule, CHA worked with County officials from DPW, Parks and Recreation, and the Department of Health in order to implement the first phase of the project which consisted of an activity pool and a large spraypad. All goals were satisfied including the grand opening on July 4th, 2017 which was a requirement at the start of the project. CHA is currently working on Phase 2 which will include design and construction of a true 50 meter x 25 yard Olympic pool with a dive well, which the County will use for both recreation and competition.
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