GRF Construction Update

GRF projects are underway around the community despite slowdowns attributed to COVID-19. This column will update residents on the progress of various construction projects. The information is provided by GRF Facilities Director Mark Weaver and Physical Property Manager David Rudge.

LW POOL

Physical Property staff share the community’s frustrations on the delays associated with the repair of the pool and spa. The project was originally planned as a renovation, but as underlying foundational defects were uncovered, it quickly became a complete replacement requiring extensive new plans that must be compliant to all new codes. That complication was compounded by the COVID-19 crisis, which has heavily impacted response times, even with major utilities.

What’s Happening:

The architect has completed the set of stamped plans and a permit application for the City of Seal Beach and the Orange County Health Care Agency. The packet was submitted on Feb. 5. When the plans are approved and a permit is issued, an updated construction schedule will be completed and shared.

MJ Jurado has started the process to install a 6-foot sewer line for the pool backwash system, with the capacity to receive 185 gallons per minute for five minutes. This will require a northbound lane closure on St. Andrews as crews dig up the street to connect the line to existing pipe.

The pricing of pool equipment from multiple vendors is nearing completion; once it’s finalized, orders will be placed.

SCE has approved the installation of a 100-amp pedestal on the golf course to relocate the power from the pool equipment room.

SoCal Gas has relocated the gas meter.

LEARNING CENTER KITCHEN

The Learning Center kitchen designed to host cooking classes and a dining space is complete and ready for use once it is safe to reopen the facility.

This architect’s poster has been on display at various community meetings. It provides samples of tiles, paint colors and styles for the new pool.