I got this in my inbox today - I think it's a really good idea, mostly because I'd love to have it.
On February 25, 26 & 27th, students will have the opportunity to vote
on a proposed new recreation renovation project. This Extreme Makeover:
Recreation Renovation project will consist of a new addition to State
Gym, renovations in Beyer Hall and State Gym, and air conditioning the
Lied Rec Center.
An informational open forum will be held on Thursday, January 17th at
8pm in the Memorial Union Sun Room.
What you can expect:
New Construction - State Gym Addition
92,320 square feet of new space (1/3 the size of Lied)
Weight/fitness room-16,000 square feet (double the size of the Lied
weight room)
Climbing wall (40 feet tall, twice as tall as Lied)
Leisure pool - Hot tub - Sauna
Lap pool - 25 meters
Basketball courts - 3 full length
Running track - 4 lanes elevated
Multipurpose room (1)
Elevated walkway connecting Beyer Hall to State Gym
Handicap accessible
State Gym Renovation
Replacement of basketball flooring
Personal training area
Multipurpose rooms (2)
Air conditioning (east and west ends)
New windows, electrical and plumbing
Beyer Hall Renovation
Multipurpose rooms (2)
Renovated locker rooms
Combined racquetball and squash courts
New lobby area
Lied Recreation Center Improvement
Air conditioning (first year of the project)