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Johnston Iowa - CROWN POINT COMMUNITY CENTER RENOVATIONS INCORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES 03 January 2024 ( news )
Johnston , state Iowa ( By Press Release office)
Jan 03,2024
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On Tuesday , January 2 , 2024 , the City Council approved the Crown Point Community Center bid with Munro Construction from Johnston . The low bid came in at $4 , 649 , 500 . Renovations of the building are expected to begin in mid - January with a series of sustainability initiatives to promote eco - friendly practices .
"We are excited to take a significant step towards promoting sustainable practices within our community and reducing our carbon footprint , " said Mayor Paula Dierenfeld . "These initiatives will help us become more eco - friendly and reduce energy costs in the long run . "
Below are sustainability initiatives that will be put into the renovations include:
Solar panels will be installed on the roof , which will generate around 30 - 40% of the building ' s total electricity .
The entire HVAC system will be replaced with one that is energy efficient .
All lighting fixtures will be upgraded to energy - efficient models and equipped with sensors to minimize waste as part of the city’s sustainability initiatives .
As part of the city’s sustainability initiatives , all windows will be replaced with new energy - efficient models that provide more natural and bird - friendly light .
The amount of insulation within the building will be increased .
Energy and water - saving toilets , sinks , and other fixtures will be installed .
The city is taking steps to make sustainability a priority by implementing eco - friendly initiatives while remodeling public buildings in our community . The Crown Point Community Center will also undergo a remodel , requiring it to close temporarily starting Friday , January 19 . No reservations will be taken during 2024 . Additionally , the senior community meal service will end on January 19 . However , those who rely on this service can still receive their meals in NW Des Moines or Grimes . Polk County is finalizing details on additional bussing to the NW Des Moines site .
For more information on the renovations , visit
www . cityofjohnston . com/1278
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