Trustees pick LaBella for Eddie Collins park pool construction

MILLERTON — The Village of Millerton picked a contractor to begin Phase II of the Eddie Collins Memorial Park construction.
During the Village Trustees Meeting Monday, Oct. 7, the contractor LaBella was chosen to proceed with the park’s new raising. Bidding for professional services opened on Thursday, Sept. 26 and the Village received three different proposals.

The firms’ offers ranged from $518,500 to $705,500 for their services during Phase II. According to the Village’s Mayor, Jenn Najdek, LaBella happened to be the lowest bidder but money was not the only factor. Board members also considered who has been working with the Village.

LaBella was the prime contractor to help complete Phase I of the Eddie Collins Memorial Park project. The company and the Village worked together to create a master plan to refurbish the space.

Phase I enhancements focused on revamping the playground, a natural soccer field, basketball courts, little league field, seating areas, parking and a new entryway. According to LaBella’s website, “Enhancements included accessible and creative surfacing, dynamic pathways, existing equipment rehabilitation, installation of new equipment, shade trees, rain gardens, green infrastructure, and various site furnishings.”

LaBella will be assisting the Village in the new design for Phase II which includes a 3,600 square foot pool house and community room and a 5-lane Olympic short course swimming pool. The Village is hoping to begin construction by spring 2025 and complete the project within six to eight months after.

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