Activity Center Refresh
- Aug 11
- 2 min read
Exciting News!
The project is moving forward! The Activity Center is long overdue for a refresh, and the MBV community can look forward to a much needed update coming soon.
Background
Six years ago, components of the Activity Center were fully funded through the reserve fund for replacement. Since that time several different versions of Ad Hoc committees have attempted to come up with a plan.
This year the Board approved Mackenzie Collier Interiors (MCI) to provide interior design and project management services.
MCI worked with the Ad Hoc Committee Members; Jan Pitts, Sarah Burgess, Ian Holmes, Rick Smith, and Tiffani Chavez to determine concepts. A Blended Traditional and Open Concept was approved by the Board.
Benefits of Blending the Traditional with the Open Concept
A seating area which focuses social interaction, combats loneliness and provides a comfortable area for residents to read, play board games, meet realtors, vendors and friends. It provides change of environment from your home and a neutral, welcoming community space encouraging people to linger, interact and participate.
Retaining a substantial book collection. The book exchange currently in place is a real plus to the community. It’s a great benefit to residents and a selling point to new home buyers.
Modernizing the ‘front office’ gives a fresh, energized ambiance to current residents and future homeowners. It’s a much-needed refresh to the office space, and creates a pleasant work environment. This is a conceptual drawing, not a final design.
Next Steps
Work with MCI to finalize the design of the Blended Traditional and Open concept. MCI to provide list of contractors, develop bid proposal, and obtain bids
Financial Review Committee will make recommendation to Board for funding source
Board will review and approve funding allocation or not.
Community Vote to be determined depending on funding allocation and total cost