By Mark Squibb
Mount Pearl council last week approved some additional work related to the construction of the new community centre at the Team Gushue Sports Complex.
Councillor Bill Antle explained the corrugated metal pipe between the manhole and existing storm manhole at the end of Emberley Place needs to be replaced. Staff recommended council approve the change order, which includes removal and disposal of the old pipe, and installation of the new pipe, at a cost of $29,134, HST included.
The motion was approved unanimously.
Council awarded a contract valued at $15.5 million for construction of the new community centre — set to replace the aging Park Place facility — to JMJ Holdings last June.
The new facility will boast a splash pad that can be transformed into an ice surface during the winter months and multi-purpose space capable of seating 500.
Construction is expected to be completed by early 2026.