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Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center on track for March opening; substantial completion targeted mid‑January
Summary
City and contractors reported construction milestones at the Fitch Family (Picha) indoor aquatic center, with lap pool basin complete, curtain wall and utilities progressing, a remaining contingency for soil mitigation, and a tentative opening in March 2026 (staff expects to train and equip personnel after substantial completion).
City staff and contractors reported steady progress on the Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center during a monthly project update to the Ames City Council on Aug. 26.
Keith (city staff) said six change orders since the previous update totaled just under $5,700; overall the project has recorded 42 change orders totaling about $278,000, which represents roughly 13.26% of a $2.1 million contingency. Staff also noted a separate $1 million contingency set aside for possible soil-contamination…
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