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LEED Silver - Legacy Recreation Centre

Type of initiative FCM Green Municipal Fund - Capital Project
Sector Energy
Project value$7,727,527
Project Type Capital Project
Sub Sector Building – Existing – with Renewable energy
Grant amount$87,657
Program type GMF
Municipality Municipality of Lambton Shores, ON
Loan amount$876,574
Status Fully Disbursed
Population 11,876
Project timeline 2009 - 2011
Project number 10329

Description

The Municipality of Lambton Shores will revitalize the existing Bosanquet Community Centre in Thedford as the Legacy Recreation Centre (LRC), adding key resources — community centre, kitchen, library, and daycare centre — to the existing arena. The LRC, which was identified in the 2006 Lambton Shores Strategic Plan, will meet the LEED Silver standard and the site design and construction practices will minimize impacts on the local environment. The current building is the municipality’s largest user of energy and water. Reaching LEED Silver certification is expected to achieve a 46% energy cost savings relative to the Model National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings, producing annual operational savings of approximately $20,000 and a substantial carbon offset. Key design features include high-efficiency upgrades for the ice rink; heat reclamation; low-flow plumbing; high-efficiency HVAC and lighting controls; EnergyStar-rated commercial kitchen equipment; and solar electric panels. An extensive verification program will make it easier to monitor and further improve energy performance after the revitalization is complete. The community is excited about the project, having had their say at numerous public input sessions and joined in a fundraising campaign to help pay for it. Barrier-free access to all areas and a location close to low-income housing will reinforce community inclusiveness. The LRC will also act as a primary location for public meetings and a designated evacuation centre in emergencies. To assist other municipalities considering similar projects, Lambton Shores will provide a case study on its website. In the LRC itself, interactive displays and informational handouts on its “green” features will be available for staff and visitors, and staff will always be willing to take groups on a tour.
(Project description from original funding application)

Project results

  • 98 tonnes of GHG emissions avoided
  • 2411 GJ of energy savings per year

Environmental outcomes

  • Reduced energy use
  • Renewable energy generation
  • Reduced or avoided GHG emissions
  • Reduced water consumption
  • Improved waste management
  • Reduced hazardous residuals from water treatment
  • Use of green cleaning program
  • Promotion of eco-friendly transportation
  • Urban sprawl management
  • Avoided soil erosion
  • Use of sustainable practices
  • Minimal environmental impact
  • Decreased heat island effect
  • Improved indoor air quality

Social outcomes

  • Protection/improvement of public human health
  • Increased staff health and safety
  • Increased opportunities for physical activity
  • Increased opportunities for recreational activities
  • Improved service delivery and/or level or service
  • Improved availability and accessibility of information
  • Greater civic pride and ownership
  • Increased social inclusion
  • Improved public education or awareness
  • Heritage conservation
  • Community revitalization
  • Increased civic engagement in community issues

Economic outcomes

  • Reduced maintenance costs
  • Increased service life
  • New or improved revenue streams
  • Local spending/consumption
  • Use of feasibility tools

Lessons learned

  • Stakeholder and community engagement
  • Communication & coordination
  • Data and reporting
  • Resources
  • External factors
  • Technical – Project specific

Applicant

Municipality of Lambton Shores, ON