Renovations to Aquatic Center locker rooms begins Nov. 3 Published Oct. 27, 2008 By Margie Arnold 21st Force Support Squadron PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. -- The Peterson Aquatic Center announced it will undergo a several-phase renovation project beginning Nov. 3. The project will include renovating both female and male locker rooms and the administrative offices. "This is another fine quality of life project, which will enhance the experience for our military members and their families," said Mr. Dan Schofield, 21st Force Support Squadron deputy director. The renovation will include upgrading all finishings, including new tile on the floors and walls, new fixtures, new lighting, new benches, and making both locker rooms compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. All shower stalls will be wheelchair accessible and the height of countertops lowered. "The locker rooms really need the renovation, and we're delighted to be starting this project," said Mr. Warren Latham, Aquatic Center director,. "Our customers are going to be so happy with the improvements." The first phase of the renovation will be the ladies' locker room. During this initial phase, ladies will use the men's locker room, and the men will use a temporary restroom and shower facility constructed by the contractor in a corner of the kiddie pool room. This temporary set up will not disrupt use of the kiddie pool, and is expected to last about three months. The second phase of the renovation will be the men's locker room, during which time men will continue using the temporary restroom and shower. This work is also expected to take three months. The final phase of renovation at the Aquatic Center will be in the administrative area. New carpeting, new countertops and a new built-in desk will be added and the roof above the restrooms and administrative area will be replaced. "I want our customers to know the Aquatic Center will be open as usual, with no disruption in service, during this renovation," said Mr. Latham. "We have taken steps to minimize the inconvenience; the final product will be worth the wait." The entire renovation project is expected to be completed by May 2009. For more information, call the Aquatic Center at 556-4608.