TITLE
Title
BUDGET AMENDMENT: PARKS CAPITAL PROJECTS
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SPONSOR
Sponsor
Dwight Godwin
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BACKGROUND
Background
The Parks Department seeks approval for the allocation of funds to construct a new golf operations building at Bur-Mil Park, located at 5834 Bur-Mil Club Road. The proposed facility will function as a centralized hub, supporting the registration of golfers for the par 3 course, managing driving range activities and facilitating golf ball distribution.
The previous golf building, constructed in 1958, was demolished in 2023 due to its outdated condition and prohibitive repair costs. Currently, golf operations are being run from a temporary modular structure that lacks essential spaces for registration, efficient golf ball distribution and centralized management. With a growing number of golfers using the par 3 course and driving range, there is a pressing need for a modern, purpose-built facility.
The proposed building will enhance operational efficiency and significantly improve the visitor experience by providing a dedicated area for golfer check-ins, streamlined driving range services and a central administrative hub for golf activities. This project aligns with the County's core values of "Our People Matter" and "Service and Outcomes Excellence". Furthermore, constructing the new facility has been identified as a strategic recommendation in the Parks, Trails and Open Space Comprehensive Master Plan.
The Parks Department, in collaboration with Finance, identified savings from completed projects that are restricted for park projects from prior general obligation bonds, which can be reallocated for this purpose, with Board of Commissioners' approval. The Facilities Department estimates the total project cost at $635,000, which includes the following scope of work:
- Design and Architectural Services
- Construction Costs (Materials and Labor)
- Utility and Infrastructure Connections
- Furnishing and Equipment for Operational Use
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BUDGET IMPACT
Budget Impact
County Building Construction Fund
Bur Mil Golf Operations Building (Adopt)
$635,000 appropriation to capital project
$438,101 in Other Revenue (Bond Proceeds)
$196,899 Appropriated Fund Balance
Atlantic & Yadkin Greenway (Amend)
$384,584 decrease in appropriation to Capital Project
$384,584 decrease in Other Revenue (Bond Proceeds)
Bur Mil Park Clubhouse Renovations (Amend)
$46,899 decrease in appropriation to capital project
$46,899 decrease in Appropriated Fund Balance
Northeast Park (Amend)
$203,517 decrease in appropriation to capital project
$53,517 decrease in Other Revenue (Bond Proceeds)
$150,000 decrease in Appropriated Fund Balance
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REQUESTED ACTION
Requested Action
1) Adopt a capital project ordinance for Bur Mil Golf Operations Building in the amount of $635,000 with $438,101 in Other Revenue (Bond Proceeds) and $196,899 in Appropriated Fund Balance.
2) Amend the Atlantic & Yadkin Greenway capital project ordinance to reduce the appropriation to the project by $384,584 and reduce Other Revenue (Bond Proceeds) by $384,584. Approve closing this project.
3) Amend the Bur Mil Park Clubhouse Renovations capital project ordinance to reduce the appropriation to the project by $46,899 and reduce Appropriated Fund Balance by $46,899.
4) Amend the Northeast Park capital project ordinance to reduce the appropriation to the project by $203,517 and reduce Other Revenue (Bond Proceeds) by $53,517 and Appropriated Fund Balance by $150,000. Approve closing this project.
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