BROOKLINE RINK + RECREATION FACILITY FEASIBILITY STUDY COMMUNITY MEETING #1 JUNE 24, 2021 6-8PM AGENDA

Welcome & Introductions History & Background of the Project What is a Feasibility Study KMDG Team Introductions & Project Goals Existing Conditions & Community Polling Facility Use Parameters & Community Polling Activity Programming Parameters & Community Polling Community Discussion & Feedback Next Steps 1. TEAM INTRODUCTIONS TEAM

Mark Klopfer Jennifer Ng

George Fantauzza Adam Meyerring Randy Lieberg Technical Joyful Ecological Exciting

Multi-recreational

Inviting PROJECT GOALS

As a team, our approach will be grounded in these shared goals: 1. The feasibility study will support ongoing planning efforts, existing investments, and Climate Action initiatives.

2. The ice rink and future recreation programming will serve as a neighborhood and town-wide destination.

3. The project needs to serve a wide spectrum of use from the occasional weekend visitor to the families.

4. The feasibility project should look to expand the ice rink’s current spring season. The project should look for opportunities to integrate with summer camps, and existing events and programming.

5. Create an engaging and inclusive process for the community. PROJECT TIMELINE 2. EXISTING CONDITIONS LARZ ANDERSON PARK EXISTING CONDITIONS - SITE EXISTING CONDITIONS - EXPERIENCE SITE PHOTOS - WINTER SITE PHOTOS - SUMMER EXISTING CONDITIONS - FACILITY

TEMPORARY REFRIGERATION RESURFACER BUILDING IS TRAILERS - TAKE UP ROOM ON AGING AND IN POOR SHAPE SITE, ARE COSTING 30% MORE THAN PREVIOUS EQUIPMENT TO RUN. MUCH MORE INEFFICIENT SUPPORT FACILITY IS UNDERSIZED THAN DEDICATED SYSTEM TO AND NOT SUITED FOR SEASONAL RUN. EXISTING SYSTEM IS AT ACTIVITIES END OF ITS LIFE

RINK PIPING IS FAILING

NO PROTECTION FROM ELEMENTS KIDDIE RINK PLACEMENT INTERFERES WITH RINK VIEWING AND ACCESS

ACCESS TO & FROM RINK AND OTHER PARK AMENITIES IS POOR EXISTING CONDITIONS - FACILITY EXISTING CONDITIONS COMMUNITY POLLING

What is your primary reason for attending this evening? What is your zip code? How often do you use the ice rink? Why do you come to the ice rink? Do you come to Larz Anderson when the rink is closed for the season? What activities do you and your family enjoy at Larz Anderson when the rink is closed? 3. FACILITY DESIGN PARAMETERS RINK FOOTPRINT COMPARISONS EXISTING OUTDOOR UNCOVERED RINK

• The existing Jack Kirrane Skating rink at Larz Anderson Park.

• It is nearly NHL rink size with smaller corner radii. RINK FOOTPRINT COMPARISONS EXAMPLE OF TYPICAL COVERED OUTDOOR RINK WITH SEATING, LOCKERS, MINOR SUPPORT SPACE

• A typical outdoor covered rink footprint overlaid on the Jack Kirrane Rink for comparison. RINK FOOTPRINT COMPARISONS EXAMPLE OF TYPICAL COVERED OUTDOOR RINK WITH SEATING, LOCKERS, MINOR SUPPORT SPACE

• A typical outdoor covered rink footprint overlaid on the Shed location for comparison. RINK FOOTPRINT COMPARISONS EXAMPLE OF ENCLOSED INDOOR RINK WITH SEATING, LOCKERS, MINOR SUPPORT SPACE

• A typical indoor enclosed rink footprint overlaid on the Jack Kirrane rink for comparison. RINK FOOTPRINT COMPARISONS EXAMPLE OF ENCLOSED INDOOR RINK WITH SEATING, LOCKERS, MINOR SUPPORT SPACE

• A typical indoor enclosed rink footprint overlaid on the Shed location for comparison. FACILITY SUPPORT USES TYPICAL SUPPORT SPACES IN A SKATING FACILITY OTHER THAN THE ICE RINK ITSELF

SPECTATOR SEATING SKATE RENTALS WARMING AREAS - OUTDOOR

ICE RESURFACER PARKING CONCESSIONS WARMING AREAS - INDOOR ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY - ICE 101:KEYS TO SUCCESS

2 CONSTANT TRUTHS IN ICE RINKS

• EXPENSIVE TO BUILD

• EXPENSIVE TO OPERATE ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY - ICE 101:KEYS TO SUCCESS OUTDOOR/INDOOR KEYS INDOOR ONLY KEYS

FLAT FLOOR - 11% OFF PEAK OPERATIONS - 4% *LOW E CEILING - 16%

UNDERSLAB HEAT - 6% NANOTECHNOLOGY - 6% *TIGHT BUILDING SHELL - 4%

RECLAIM WASTE HEAT - 4% OPTIMIZE COMPRESSORS - 3% *DEHUMIDIFICATION - 2% ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY - ICE 101:KEYS TO SUCCESS

Ice systems operations are typically 45% or more of total facility cost annually.

If previous methods save 50% or more of that cost, it can add up to tens of thousands of dollars in savings annually. OPEN OUTDOOR RINK EXAMPLE WINTHROP, WA COMMUNITY RINK

PROS:

• Can have very nice facility with excellent amenities.

• Can fit within architectural context of park and neighborhood.

• Maintains traditional connection to nature.

• Maintains views.

• More cost effective for initial construction. OPEN OUTDOOR RINK EXAMPLE WINTHROP, WA COMMUNITY RINK

CONS:

• Even if refrigerated, still at mercy of elements.

• Brookline misses avg of 12 days per year due to weather.

• Increased maintenance costs for snow removal.

• Ice quality much harder to maintain consistency.

• Less comfortable for users.

• Higher energy costs than semi-enclosed or indoors OPEN OUTDOOR RINK EXAMPLE WINNIPEG, MB CAMP MANITOU OUTDOOR HOCKEY FACILITY SEMI-ENCLOSED EXAMPLE , ON GREENWOOD COMMUNITY RINK

PROS:

• Virtually no loss of use days due to elements.

• No added maintenance cost for snow removal.

• More consistent ice quality.

• Can have attractive architectural feel.

• More consistent ice quality than open rink.

• Ability to protect spectators from elements. SEMI-ENCLOSED EXAMPLE TORONTO, ON GREENWOOD COMMUNITY RINK

CONS:

• Harder to maintain ice quality than indoors.

• Higher energy costs than indoors.

• Still susceptible to outside temperatures.

• Only slightly less initial construction cost than indoors - roof construction tends to be more complicated and therefore, more costly. INDOOR EXAMPLE WEST FARGO, ND COMMUNITY RINK

PROS: • No loss of use days due to elements.

• No added maintenance cost for snow removal.

• Highest ice quality.

• Can have attractive architectural feel.

• More consistent ice quality than open rink.

• Maximum spectator protection from elements.

• Highest value of investment compared to other rink types.

• Maximum comfort for users INDOOR EXAMPLE WEST FARGO, ND COMMUNITY RINK CONS: CONS: • Highest initial cost

• More likely to impact natural setting of park

• Larger footprint

• Separation from nature due to enclosure IMPORTANCE OF NATURAL LIGHT FAIRFIELD, CT SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY ARENA

• Reduces energy requirements.

• More enjoyable atmosphere.

• Controllable with technology.

• Unique feature in ice arenas. IMPORTANCE OF NATURAL LIGHT GREENWICH, CT - DOROTHY HAMILL RINK DESIGN COMPETITION

• Reduces energy requirements.

• More enjoyable atmosphere.

• Controllable with technology.

• Unique feature in ice arenas. FACILITY DESIGN PARAMETERS COMMUNITY POLLING

What element of the existing rink is most successful? What element of the existing rink needs the most improvement? 4. PROGRAMMING PARAMETERS YEAR ROUND ACTIVATION YEAR ROUND ACTIVATION FIELD SCALE COMPARISON EXISTING EVENTS AT LARZ ANDERSON SCALE COMPARISON PROVIDENCE RINK PROVIDENCE, RI

Cold Season Programs ice skating ice bumper car figure skating hockey

Warm Season Programs roller skating roller disco, yogeyball pickleball soccer/futsol movies in the park beer garden SUMMER WINTER REC CENTER ST. LOUIS PARK, MN

Cold Season Programs ice skating hockey broomball ice outdoor gathering with fire pits

Warm Season Programs soccer roller skating summer hockey camp special events - weddings markets outdoor gathering with fire pits SUMMER WINTER LEDBURY PARK TORONTO, CANADA

Cold Season Programs leisure ice skating curling pick up hockey / shinny hockey

Warm Season Programs reflective pool outdoor swimming pool and splash pad SUMMER WINTER LEFRAK CENTER BROOKLYN, NY

Cold Season Programs ice skating figure skating curling hockey

Warm Season Programs roller skating splash pond SUMMER WINTER PROGRAMMING OPTIONS MATRIX

WHAT OTHER IDEAS DO YOU HAVE? PROGRAMMING PARAMETERS COMMUNITY POLLING

What additional activities would you and your family like to experience in addition to the ice rink? What are you most looking forward to with this project? 5. PROJECT GOALS & NEXT STEPS NEXT STEPS THANK YOU. Please join us for Q/A. We would like to hear your feedback and thoughts. Or email Alexandra ([email protected]).

CONCEPT DESIGN ST. PAUL, MN

Below grade is parking arena on ground level Public summer park/winter skating above

+ St. Paul ideas comp. roof top ice EXISTING CONDITIONS KMDG outline park, access, town line, major areas make aerial brighter

LAGOON EXAMPLE CALL OUT SUMMARY FROM 2020 STRATEGIC MASTER PLAN UPDATE

“A mult-generatonal indoor community athletc/recreaton facility to include: gymnasium/ court space/suspended walking/jogging track, aquatcs (recreatonal/instructonal/compet- tve), ftness/wellness (cardio machines, weights, group exercise rooms), indoor tennis, in- door turf” (pg 95) (this is likely a separate facility from our rfp)

“1 outdoor full-size inline covered rink with turf for lacrosse/soccer or perhaps pickleball or used as a summer camp facility, which could be accommodated within the ice rink at Larz Anderson Park” (pg 95)

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