"",Fairbank Community Center Renovation "",Filter: Locals Only "",Community: "","(c) Governance Sciences Group, Inc." Q1,"The Town of Sudbury is looking at renovation options for the Fairbank Community Center. In the last 12 months, about how often have you or your family visited the Fairbank Community Center?" "","",VOTES,MAX VALUE,POPULATION,SUMMARY "",Daily,8,"",536,8 votes of 536 (1.5%) "",Weekly,58,"",536,58 votes of 536 (10.8%) "",Monthly,72,"",536,72 votes of 536 (13.4%) "",Once or twice,157,"",536,157 votes of 536 (29.3%) "",Haven?t visited it,234,"",536,234 votes of 536 (43.7%) "",Not Sure,7,"",536,7 votes of 536 (1.3%) Q2,"In the last 12 months, which of these Fairbank Community Center amenities have you used, if any? (Choose all that apply) " "","",VOTES,MAX VALUE,POPULATION,SUMMARY "",The Atkinson Pool,90,"",281,90 votes of 281 (32.0%) "",Park & Recreation programs for children,109,"",281,109 votes of 281 (38.8%) "",Park & Recreation programs for adults,19,"",281,19 votes of 281 (6.8%) "",Senior Center programs,71,"",281,71 votes of 281 (25.3%) "",None of these,59,"",281,59 votes of 281 (21.0%) "",Not Sure,5,"",281,5 votes of 281 (1.8%) Q3,What best describes how much you would be willing to pay in additional annual property taxes for a renovation of the Fairbank Community Center? "","",VOTES,MAX VALUE,POPULATION,SUMMARY "",Nothing,112,"",529,112 votes of 529 (21.2%) "",$1 to $100 per year ($0 to $8 monthly),182,"",529,182 votes of 529 (34.4%) "",$101 to $200 per year ($8 to $17 monthly),108,"",529,108 votes of 529 (20.4%) "",$201 to $300 per year ($17 to $25 monthly),37,"",529,37 votes of 529 (7.0%) "",$301 to $400 per year ($25 to $33 monthly),13,"",529,13 votes of 529 (2.5%) "",$401 to $500 per year ($33 to $42 monthly),8,"",529,8 votes of 529 (1.5%) "",More than $500 per year ($42 or more monthly),7,"",529,7 votes of 529 (1.3%) "",Not Sure,62,"",529,62 votes of 529 (11.7%) Q4,Which of these specific scenarios for improving the Fairbank Community Center would you prefer? "","",VOTES,MAX VALUE,POPULATION,SUMMARY,TEXT RESULTS "","Build a substantially new facility with more space and amenities, for $33 million in capital costs (about $7,500 total in taxes for the average property, spread over 20 years)",150,"",520,150 votes of 520 (28.8%),"" "","Replace the community center roof, for just over $1 million (about $190 total in taxes for the average property, spread over 10 years) and make other repairs as needs arise.",172,"",520,172 votes of 520 (33.1%),"" "",Not Sure,116,"",520,116 votes of 520 (22.3%),"" "",Other:,80,"",520,80 votes of 520 (15.4%),"" "","","","","","",Start planning! "","","","","","","It would be nice to have a large outdoor pool area (high demand: Sudbury Swim & Tennis, Greenwood have >5year wait lists). Re the options above, I need to see more about what the money would buy" "","","","","","",Not sure. It depends what's the community center is going to offer. "","","","","","","I might support something in between the two specific alternatives offered, but only if programming, including for adults, improved as a result." "","","","","","",Believe there is a more reasonable new building number to serve community needs. 33M seems wasteful "","","","","","",Somewhere in between "","","","","","",Assess needs of the three groups residing in the Fairbanks now. Prioritize ALL town projects. Come up with a master plan for all town needs. "","","","","","",Non "","","","","","",Build a substantially new building with fewer bells and whistles to bring the $33m figure down "","","","","","",Survey the town residents and rank specific line item options "","","","","","",It seems to me there must be an option in between $1 million and $33 million. "","","","","","",do nothing to raise taxes "","","","","","","Rebuild the ""school wing"" (the six classroom space) including a completely new roof, refurbish the locker rooms, and generally upgrade (a generator sufficient for the whole building)." "","","","","","","increase pool size in order to generate revenue from team and competitions. Adequate pool facilities for club, school and college teams are scarce." "","","","","","","No need for a whole new facility, but a renovations to the locker rooms and pool would go a long way. " "","","","","","","Less expensive ?new?, saving Senior Center and gym-with-stage" "","","","","","",Make do with the current facility. Prepare for the next depression with some fiscal responsibility. "","","","","","",Partner with an entity that has the knowledge (YMCA) make it nice and subsidize it with fees. Low income residents can obtain waivers. "","","","","","","Why do we have to pay more in property taxes, when the town should have been doing a capital budget for these type of projects?" "","","","","","",Too little information to make this decision. What do you get for $33 million? Are there other less costly options for a new facility. I do think the current facility is not large enough. "","","","","","",My answer largely depends on the amenities and how the space can or will be used. "","","","","","","I would love for my family and this town to have a beautiful new facility. Unfortunately, I can not support it for more taxes. My taxes have increased over $2,000/annum since buying my home in 2011. " "","","","","","",None "","","","","","",I suppose I'd be more interested if there were an outdoor pool in the plans! Otherwise my family has no need to go there unfortunately. "","","","","","",Not Interested in this renovation currently "","","","","","",How about something not as expensive at the $33 million option? "","","","","","","Rebuild the old school portion of the center along with fixing any problems with the senior center and pool, for hopefully some mid-point between the 1 and 33 million options." "","","","","","",I don't want a new community center. "","","","","",""," There is something between fix the roof or build a whole new center. It will skew the results toward building a new center which ironically, many seniors can?t afford." "","","","","","",Get out of my pockets! "","","","","","","If the place is well designed to serve a variety of needs, I would be willing to pay much more. Currently, even the swimming pool is poorly designed. I like to swim for exercise, but the women's ch" "","","","","","",Something in-between these two option - a significant capital cost project that updates the center - but with a much lower price tag and/or with a clear business plan for rev gen (to defray costs) "","","","","","","As most businesses, this should be written off as a standard deprecated asset. Replace the roof from operating expense." "","","","","","",There won?t be any seniors left if the crazy spending continues!! "","","","","","",There is no in between? "","","","","","",No overrides or additional taxes should be used. The town needs to fund ongoing maintenance and repairs within the existing budget framework. School spending is too high...students are doing fine! "","","","","","",I would like to see a pool in the new building for seniors and disabled people that we can afford to join. Take care of your seniors please "","","","","","",Somewhere in the middle? "","","","","","",Build a new structure but the cost must be substantially lower than $33 million. "","","","","","",need less expensive options. "","","","","","",Nothing "","","","","","",Renovated pool and lockers. Many more stands for swim meets. "","","","","","",I agree a new facility is preferable. $33m seems quite high to me. Is it really not possible to build a new facility for $15-20m? "","","","","","",A new but more modest community center. "","","","","","",Replacement of roof option is not correct or feasible as mandatory code changes to other parts of building will push total costs to Approx. $12 million. "","","","","","",Is there a viable option somewhere between those first two options? "","","","","","",Something between the 2 options above "","","","","","",Repair the roof for WAY LESS than $1 million! "","","","","","",Sell the property. We should not be in he business of maintaining gyms or pools. "","","","","","",Does the roof need to be replaced? $1 million seems high. Is the town getting bids? "","","","","","","Re-do the study with a new consulting firm. Complete a more comprehensive survey along with focus groups and deliver a more realistic analysis of potential usage, costs, and revenue. " "","","","","","",I?d prefer a significant renovation but don?t see why it needs to be a teardown and new build. Seems wasteful. "","","","","","","I need more details re: what the new amenities would be. For example, would this include a pool that could be converted to an outdoor facility in summer? Art studio spaces? Community kitchen? " "","","","","","","Vague w/o > info for those < involved: what remains of existing in a $33M ""substantially"" new facility + why; scope of needed/recommended repairs in existing; is there a hybrid of intermediate cost?" "","","","","","",Consider a stand alone Sr. Center similar to the facility in Wellesley. "","","","","","","I think the center is fine as it is. Does the roof leak, or what?" "","","","","","","New pool, locker rooms and roof!!!! All needs updating!" "","","","","","",Modify the plans for the facility. $33 million is too much for the town to spend with the other needs the town has including a new fire station and the renovation of the town hall. "","","","","","",should be able to build a new center for less than the proposed 33 million "","","","","","",Isn?t there something in the middle? "","","","","","",Would prefer a new facility but at a lower total cost. Willing to pay for a study that provides more options between just a couple hundred dollar burden and the $7500 one. "","","","","","","Nothing. I don?t use it. I don?t know where it is. Masks it a membership and charge people who use it or get rid of it. It is not an essential item for the town like roads, schools, police, fire." "","","","","","","My property taxes increased by 10% this past year. I believe the town should get a better handle on spending in order to account for items like this, and not force tax increases." "","","","","","",I would like to see an enhanced pool facility. I do not view the Senior Center as high-priority as space for the pool and children's programming. "","","","","","",I am in support of re modeling the Fairbank Community Center but not at an additional cost to the tax payer. The town taxes are very high with very few services provided. Its a shame its mismanaged! "","","","","","",I really wish this was considered when the high school was built. That is really a more appropriate place for the pool. "","","","","","",Fix the roads first "","","","","","",Replace roof but consider less expensive options. "","","","","","",Renovate existing space and add an outdoor pool "","","","","","",This town thinks money is endless. Just keep raising taxes. They don't realize how many people are on fixed incomes. Force them out and replace their homes with McMansions for more tax revenue. "","","","","","",A new facility with more space and amenities for less than $33 million. "","","","","","",Look for self sustaining options or divert funds from other lesser valued expenses. "","","","","","",Whatever works without raising property taxes. "","","","","","","Even though I?m a senior, the senior center provides nothing my wife or I need or want. As for the pool, the last time I used it I found it pretty grubby. So, a total no vote from us." "","","","","","",Build a new facility with more spaces and amenities but work on doing it for less than $33M "","","","","","",Increase in taxes is driving out seniors on fixed incomes....town needs to stop its never ending overrides and live within budget "","","","","","",Reduce costs of repairs. Seems like the price tag does not fit the job per the private sector and is another example of government inefficiency in spending taxpayer funds. "","","","","","","The FCC should be substantially redone with a scaled back scope instead of the ""everything"" plan presented by the current design firm - $20 mil approx." "","","","","","",Is there not another option that would come in at half the cost of option #1? I feel like Option #2 is simply a bandaid but Option #1 is simply too hard to handle with all the other tax increases. Q5,Any other comments or suggestions about a possible Fairbank Community Center renovation? "","",VOTES,MAX VALUE,POPULATION,SUMMARY,TEXT RESULTS "","","","","","",Make it architecturally and environmentally excellent. "","","","","","",I still work full time so I haven't been to the Center. When I retire I look forward to using it. I think we should invest in the community center -- we invest huge $$ in the schools and this is one of the few things seniors in town can take advantage of.... "","","","","","",It would be nice not to have to belong to one of the expensive clubs in the area and be able to attend a free or low cost community center. "","","","","","","I'd love to see a screening room (small movie theater) in the community center. I'd also like rental space for holding events, as well as a stage." "","","","","","","I had difficulty answering questions because I feel I don't thoroughly understand the enhanced or additional benefits a replacement would provide (and whether they would really be worth the costs). I also do not understand the risks to the community of not doing it. Personally, my husband and I don't use the community center, but we may someday (e.g. when we have children or are older). We also recognize that it may be viewed as a vital resource for some community members now and are ok with making some kind of investment into it. However, I do have fiscal concerns -- the residential taxes are already high, there are other costly projects on the table and others likely to come up down the line and there doesn't seem to be any real effort being expended toward town/commercial development or other strategies (that I am aware of) to raise other funds. Until there evidence of this, I have a difficult time supporting the more costly option. " "","","","","","",See prior comment. This is the wrong time to be asking for large funding for a new center. Proposed larger cost is not reasonable in the current environment. "","","","","","",I would want to know which option provides for the space needed for the SPS offices. "","","","","","","I think it's very expensive (and did pick the ~$7500 over 20 years options), but also think that we need to invest in our parks, recreation, senior programming, etc. and not do piecemeal improvements in an already outdated facility. First, we need to make these improvements for our own residents - all ages, single or married, not necessarily for ""families"" with kids - because Sudbury residents should be able to take advantage of programming and facilities in our own town. Beyond that, we live near so many towns that are continuously improving and maintaing their facilities. If you have to go elsewhere for everything, including work for many people, then why stay in Sudbury? Why not live where you work? Or why not live in a neighboring town where they are investing in their infrastructure to the benefit of their own residents? I'm not sure how constructive any of this, but we pay so much in taxes already -- the schools can't be the only amazing thing drawing people here. " "","","","","","",Hard to believe that maintenance of building will be maintained under budgetery restrictions. "","","","","","","What's been missing from the Fairbank analysis is a competitive analysis of the proposed renovation's features and cost against what exists nearby already. E.g., why pay more than $20/month for a gym when that's what BSC in Wayland costs? Plus there's the Fieldhouse, Thoreau, Crossfits, existing school courts & fields, Bosse, Longfellow, Thoreau, Greenwood, etc. What would the renovated Fairbank offer that isn't already offered within 5 miles in the list above? If the annual tax burden would be higher than the annual cost of one or more of those nearby gyms, why move forward with the project? Atkinson pool is great because the only alternative pool memberships are expensive. But for a gym, or track, or community space, it seems like there are plenty of existing options at a range of prices. I worry a Fairbanks renovation would result in higher costs for fewer features than existing alternatives, and the usage would be low because of the existing alternatives." "","","","","","","FCC is in great need of maintenance and repair. A new building would provide the community with a great resource, especially for families. It would be wonderful if the town could provide residents with an affordable fitness center that could also provide programs for children and families." "","","","","","",New to Sudbury only here for 1 year "","","","","","",Don't put HVAC units on the roof since it reduces roof lifespan. "","","","","","",do nothing that would raise taxes "","","","","","",What can we currently eliminate in the town budget to offset this request.l? "","","","","","","If it's $7500 divided by 20 or $375 per year, that would be well worth it. The center is quite old and not that appealing" "","","","","","","The current facility needs more space for seniors, and better space for recreation programs. Enhance the facility to fulfill its role as a polling place and an emergency shelter. The pool is a well loved community amenity which we should maintain." "","","","","","","Since I am not a frequent user of the facility, I am not really sure of the implication on us personally. I live in a 55 plus community and am aware of the programing that many from our community attend there. I also am aware of valuable services such as FISH that people in our community have used. Perhaps the most is CERT emergency shelters. I am a member of CERT and have as a volunteer there. So while I am not sure I know plenty of people who use the senior center for one reason or another. " "","","","","","",I have never used it. Wish we had more and better advertised programming and an outdoor swim I g pool. Have been in Sudbury 25 years and never been in this place "","","","","","",It would be nice to have the Fairbanks Center be a full service athletic facility for groups of all ages. "","","","","","",I thought I had heard some years ago about the possibility of an alliance with a Y which would help defray costs. Is this a viable option? "","","","","","",I would love an outdoor pool with zero entry and or splash park with shade. "","","","","","",I'd like to see what the renovations would entail. I may likely be interested but want to know what I'd be paying for. (just saw the proposal) "","","","","","",Survey not useful without more info on proposed amenities. What are other options that cost less than $33 million?! "","","","","","",If a substantial upgrade is done I would like additional workout facilities "","","","","","",what else could go on there? "","","","","","",Plan for capital budgeting within current town property taxes. "","","","","","","The only reason I go there is to vote in elections. Over the past 20 years, I never found the community center programs to be useful or relevant for me or my family, and have no interest in paying for expensive renovations. " "","","","","","",The Fairbanks facility has had roof issues ever since it was closed as a school in the 70?s. Would like to see other options. "","","","","","","Impossible to answer these question without knowing what ""more amenities"" means. Aren't there some options between bare minimum $1MM repairs and $33MM Shangri-La?" "","","","","","","Having an outdoor town pool and splash pad would add a lot of value to Sudbury, particularly since there is no public swimming, and a splash pad is a big draw for young families" "","","","","","","While the current swimming pool is great, the locker rooms are inadequate and in terrible shape. The building overall is outdated, run down, and not inviting. For PR communication in the future, you may not want to hit people that this will affect you on average $7500 over 20 years as it seems much more daunting than saying $375 a year for $20 years. In Wellesley, ahead of putting putting overrides to the vote, they have PeopleGIS (for which Sudbury is also a client) create a tax impact calculator for the Town website...you type in your address and it pulls your current assessment and calculates how it would likely impact you based on your property value. That way the folks whose properties are the least valuable and who can least afford an override, will see a more palatable number. I live in Sudbury and work in Wellesley, so reach out if you have any questions on the Tax Impact Calculator (it was fairly low cost for PeopleGIS to create that): cnarayana@wellesleyma.gov" "","","","","","",I go to Longfellow instead of Fairbank. "","","","","","","to continue from previous comment, the continued poor vision and planning and fiscal mismanagement of the town's operating budget lead us year after year into near debt. This is a beautiful town. Our taxes are high enough. " "","","","","","",Include a basketball court "","","","","","",Wht does Sudbury need the Center? "","","","","","",Just a vote for an outdoor pool! There's a desperate need for one around here as the wait for any private pool is 8 years!!! "","","","","","",The two choices do seem extremely polar... is there no middle choice available? "","","","","","",Limited pension assets prevent support of new building. My tax bill has more that doubled since i retired with no increase in money "","","","","","","At this time Sudbury has a few unknowns that could be expensive projects pending. Sudbury Station could cost us in additional children in our schools perhaps costing us an addition or even a new school. We are looking at updating the Rte. 20 fire station and we don't know yet what the impact from Medow Walk will be in added children in the schools, until we have settle these issues I think we should fix what we have and take a wait and see approach for now." "","","","","","",It is needed! That building is old. "","","","","","","The whole place is an embarrassment. Other towns care about there tax paying no kids seniors. Sudbury just cares about bleeding us some more for the exorbitant school taxes, 78 percent of total taxes plus tajma police station. Enough start looking out for seniors...NOW!" "","","","","","",The center feels old and tired. It needs rehab. But $33 million worth of rehab sounds a bit much. "","","","","","",It is unclear from this survey what the renovations include. Is the pool being renovated? The gym? Parking lot? Need more info before I sign on for $33 million. "","","","","","","I am 64 years old perfect for this survey. I have my family, church and friend network in place and feel a senior center is extraneous at best. Its current size and purpose is suitable for the real needs of the community. I feel 1 million. Dollars for a roof replacement is rediculessly inflated." "","","","","","","I feel like the rates of these projects are so severely inflated just because the contractors know they can get paid out of the town's taxes or reserves. Why not let local/in-town contractors pitch smaller jobs at a time so citizens can have a hand in the remodeling and build community and pride that way. even let local scouting troops and org's come out and paint rooms... stuff like that. seems there has to be a ""cheaper"" way of getting the improvements done without such an inflated tax hike!" "","","","","","",I realize we need to do something but the proposals offered so far seem more ambitious than necessary and way too expensive. "","","","","","",We need to do something to renovate and enlarge Fairbank CC but I think $33 million is to much. Can't we do something less expensive? "","","","","","",A nicer Indoor/outdoor pool and a renovated indoor space for kids and adults to use "","","","","","",Raise private funds like Concord did. "","","","","","","One way or another the people pushing for this, keep trying to justify a project with expenses which will increase our already out of control taxes even higher." "","","","","","",Seems like the wealthy in the town want to spend money the rest of us cannot afford "","","","","","","It needs to serve the teens especially, but the senior citizens should also be considered." "","","","","","","In order to make a decision on the question to spend $33 million I?d need to know more about the resources going into the building. Seems too high, but I think the current building has been repaired beyond repairing." "","","","","","","I believe that new facility with better amenities will attract many people, including me. I have lived here in Sudbury for 16 years and Fairbanks as always been somewhat outdated and non-functional . Mike" "","","","","","",Make sure it's accessible!!! "","","","","","","We don't go there now because of the lack of programs available. It's embarrassing to see the wealth of classes and activities for all ages available in Weston and Wayland in comparison to what Sudbury offers. (And it's not because the folks in Sudbury aren't trying, either!) My daughter ended up taking classes for several years in both Wayland and Weston because the classes in Sudbury were canceled due to lack of enrollment. I would love to take more adult classes, but am not as flexible on time and days. I feel that a new center would mean more classes or at least more time flexibility l, and boost community involvement " "","","","","","",Is it really needed? I'd like to know how many people actually use the facility? "","","","","","","More comprehensive data availability on the costs of other similar renovation projects in other towns; a range of renovation, space expansion, and amenities options/scenarios; specificity on the space and amenities that will be available to what town constituencies. " "","","","","","","We badly need a Sr. Center and also a Community Center. A combined building would cross all ages so everyone should be happy and willing to pay. Sudbury is a fairly diverse town in that there is a good deal of money and on the other hand others living on very limited budgets. A well run community center could be a benefit to all without breaking the bank. If lower income towns could do it, we certainly could afford to provide a place for all to participate in different events. The pool definitely is a real benefit but needs a good deal of attention." "","","","","","","Stop trying to increase taxes by building another ""health club"" ." "","","","","","",Sudbury should provide a quality facility for residents. "","","","","","",I love Sudbury and the good people in it we need affordable things for seniors to do "","","","","","",It it?s very important to serve the entire community and not just focus on the schools. There are many of us who have lived here over 30 years and are committed to staying. We would like a new facility that recognizes all ages in town. "","","","","","","A larger gym, or even an additional gym, would be nice." "","","","","","","I would like to know that the space designs have flexibility for uses and the future, including rental income from out of town " "","","","","","",No need for a fabulous facility. [IMO some costs could have been cut with the new police station.] "","","","","","","Most important would be to improve the working conditions for the Sudbury Public Schools employees. Next, non-leaking roof, then locker rooms. Other facilities seem OK." "","","","","","","The current center is well-used, but doesn't seem too busy or too crowded." "","","","","","",Further study and impact on community need to be considered. It is interesting that houses are not selling as fast as in other communities. My opinion the PI is affordable but the T is putting it over the top. We need to keep in mind cost vs what we want and remember it should be what we need. "","","","","","",It is needed! "","","","","","",Why can?t we renovate? Or add on? Why would a new building be necessary? Did we not already hire a qualified architectural firm to draw up ideas?? "","","","","","",I think the community desperately needs this and it will boost Sudbury?s reputation as a welcoming community for all ages "","","","","","","none " "","","","","","",Please speak to Jack Ryan or John Beeler as to issuing a more useful survey. "","","","","","","A high value to the community, lets do it now" "","","","","","","Make it something the community will actually use - its basically wasted space right now. $33 million seems excessive and I would like to see some options at lower price points- $20 mil, $15 mil, etc" "","","","","","","We don?t need another gym. There are so many exercise options around, I think it would be naive to think that we can justify the cost of this building by assuming a revenue stream will come from gym fees" "","","","","","",I am not clear what the needs are for the community center. What would be included if it was a major re-build that is not included now. Our family currently does not use the community center in any way and I'm not clear if that will change with the renovation. "","","","","","","We need to spend on necessities instead of spending money on nice to haves. Not all residents in this Town are rich. I have to manage my personal finances to a budget. If the roof needs to be replaced, why doesn't the Town have it in their capital budget or plan? I don't understand why the Town sees its taxpayers as a money tree. " "","","","","","","There needs to be an in between option. You have 2 vastly different scenarios at either extreme. There must be more creative, thoughtful community members that can brainstorm more options." "","","","","","","The study's results aren't viable. There is not enough data to support the conclusions regarding usage, revenue and costs." "","","","","","","The Sudbury community needs new center that can be completed in 2 years. Meanwhile continue the Senior center, pool, teen and child programs in full operation. " "","","","","","",Dumping money into this center while neglecting and underfunding schools is a big mistake. "","","","","","","Surprised this survey had no images, and very little statement of the age, condition, features of the facility. Currently, or potentially as a function of investment. " "","","","","","",It is an adequate and great resource already. Let?s keep it going and not stress the tax payers more. "","","","","","",Love a indoor track "","","","","","",Maybe a Senior Center by itself. "","","","","","","To be honest, I don't know anything about it. I've only lived in Sudbury for about two years" "","","","","","",Let?s do it right!! "","","","","","","I don?t think anyone uses it, but I do think the pool area/building needs to be maintained for community and school use." "","","","","","","I wonder if a complete renovation is really necessary? Are there grants or other ways to subsidize this such that taxpayers, especially those who don?t use it, pay for it?" "","","","","","",I went in past but now go to Natick Senior Center for $25 per 6 months ti use exercise room. An excellent well run facility. I would rather walk up the block to the Sudbury Senior Center -- I am that close. Build a new facility that matches Natick's and we will come. I've lived in Sudbury since 1979 - and have paid my share of taxes...for what? No kids so just to better the schools. "","","","","","","2 story, with elevators, more rooms for activities." "","","","","","",Improve sightlines for exiting the parking lots. "","","","","","",I'd like to see a description of what repairs are needed and why. What do the senior center people think? "","","","","","","It seems the Town has to plan for a lot of building costs in the near term. Town offices need upgrading, SPS administration and school buildings need upgrading, as well as Fairbanks. I know folks are working hard to consider all of these needs, and apprecaite the efforts. For me, a comprehensive plan addressing as many building capital and operational costs makes the most sense. Before considering a one off project for Fairbanks I think it prudent to ask if one building could be built to address the Town Administration, SPS Administration, and Fairbanks (non pool) needs? " "","","","","","",Racket sport facilities "","","","","","","Include a variety of things. We loved the rec center in Canmore, Alberta. https://canmore.ca/recreation-facility/canmore-recreation-centre. " "","","","","","","Repair/renovations to the existing building are not feasible (cost, already too limited space, limited life of the facility at this time)." "","","","","","","Let's get this done before the roof collapses and we're forced to do something! It's been too long and the $33 million price tag seems excessive and should be studied and reduced without impacting senior facilities in the new building. Most of the $33 mm is in Park & Rec stuff much of which, incidentally, unfairly competes with commercial facilities in town." "","","","","","",It's too bad that the people who most use & need the Senior Center are mainly the ones who cannot afford to pay more for it! "","","","","","",Stop wasting my tax money. You have me already paying more taxes than I can afford and I can?t sell my house because the taxes are too high. "","","","","","",The community center is a wreck and a poor payout for all of the it's many uses. It is time for the town to design a multi use center that can serve the whole town. "","","","","","",The town needs to cover these costs in the annual budget. "","","","","","","I think the extra cost for a separate entrance for a Senior Center is misguided. This is a community center -- one main entrance, additional funds for a separate entrance could be better used elsewhere. The pool is a joke and should be expanded/renovated. " "","","","","","","The building is a disaster but so are the services provided inside the building. You can?t fix one without fixing the other. But the costs are outrageous, you cannot expect the average citizen to be able to afford the increased taxes. There?s just no way considering we are asked for an override for other budget items every year. It just keeps getting worse. " "","","","","","",$33M is an incredibly high cost and the town should find alternative bids or remove scope from the renovation. "","","","","","",please offer more information as to type of amenities that extensive renovation would offer "","","","","","","I used to used the pool, but it just feels rundown. I would rather have higher user fees and a nicer facility." "","","","","","",I think the money for this renovation should come out from existing tax collections. The budget should be managed better with less wasteful spend on other resources and more focus on building this town as a great family town where property values appreciate! Currently Sudbury is a high tax town with no property appreciation due to mismanagement of funds! "","","","","","","The town has no actual downtown where families and kids can walk, get coffee, ice cream, shop and play. the fairbanks center and adjoining playground and playing fields could fill that. It would be awesome to have food trucks, summer movie nights, after school activities (language lessons, crafts etc). " "","","","","","",I understand the math : Cost over 9 years . However in 9 years the additional tax will remain. It always does. If my tax amount relative to this specific project would be rescinded in 9 years I?d support it. "","","","","","","I would really like to see statistics on the usage of the Fairbank Center. Frankly, it does not seem like something the people in Sudbury would be interested in using. Everyone here seems to have gym memberships." "","","","","","","I thin it is just fine the way it is. Camp kids are way down. Sudbury residents don?t need everything ?new and shiny?. The people whomisenitnthe most are ok with a modest center. Just fix what needs fixing. I hear that People are leaving their jobs in Sudbury-with town and Rex because of infighting with management and morale is down, which makes residents doubt we have a cohesive local government.. A pretty building is not going to fix town that!" "","","","","","",Spend the limited funds on safety and infrastructure improvements only. "","","","","","","After roof and other necessary repairs have been made and the costs for those have been finalized, then we should discuss a modest addition for seniors' activities, which would include a few larger multi-purpose rooms only. The part of Fairbanks that houses the Seniors is currently very welcoming and the smaller size of the area lends itself to coziness and getting to know people through relaxed informal conversation. It's like being in someone's home, which for people my age and older is a huge inviting plus. Again, they could use a bit more room, but I don't think anything lavish would be an attraction, especially if seniors know that they are paying for it with significantly higher taxes. Re: the Community Center, this tiny, close-knit neighborhood is not the right location for the proposed size. The traffic would be a major concern; rush hour travelling towards Hudson Rd. is a already a nightmare. Rt. 20 is a much better location for something that big. Save Fairbank building." "","","","","","",I think we need an out door pool and to renovate the existing space "","","","","","", Knowing specifics about what a major renovation would include could help me make up my mind about supporting the proposal "","","","","","","Replacement is an essential project, with less cost than continued patchwork over time. Still, there needs to be a carefully designed (PR) campaign to explain the rationale in detail to avoid the kind of resistance so many worthwhile projects have encountered in the past, e. g. Route 20 fire station." "","","","","","","besides summer camp, the woeful friday night gatherings and the pool, i am not sure what happens at fairbank. i understand some seniors use the facility, but don't understand the need (or desire) for a new facility." "","","","","","",The goal should be to give residents a reason to stay in town after the kids graduate. The CC is one part of that. "","","","","","","this will be a great center for everyone to use. in reality, not everyone will use it. Hopefully policies can be set up that will encourage everyone to look to this center for their needs" "","","","","","",Make sure there are gender non specific bathrooms. Salt water pool. Activities for high school students. "","","","","","","I think 33million is a waste of money. This project is blown way out of proportion. the location is HORRIBLE and Not all sudbury will be able to benefit. Fix what you have too and move forward. The town is wasting money and spending out of control. Should go into partnership with a YMCA or Physical Therapist or Boston Ballet to be able to subsidize this center (rent the space out- like the North Shore YMCA does) Community Centers all over are partnering up and finding private donors - gifts & donations in kind. Stop spending all the FREE CASH - and build up our savings to be able to afford this. This town spends WAY TO MUCH and is out of control....people cant move out fast enough and people arent moving in. Whatchya gonna do about it? Spend more? This is ludicrous. Find another way - and stop doing needs assessment studies and surveys that cost the town hundreds of thousands of dollars, Uhave to start thinking like the single hard working mamma on a budget to be successful" "","","","","","","I think the current building is serviceable, given an new roof, HVAC refurbishment, and a major facelift, along with major reallocation of space usage." "","","","","","","My kids are teens, but when they were little it was super. I would like it to be renovated because it would attract young families to town. Our pop. of young kids will be shrinking in the coming yrs. & they keep the town alive. Also, I'm assum. that we would re-do the pool. If so, it would be VERY IMP.! to create a usable pool for the Sudbury swim team & the high school team. It is so odd that SO many pools at SO many schls. make viewing the swimmers: parents are far away, high in the stands, seats are uncomfort, kids are in the halls while they're waiting, showers & bathrms. inadeq. We have an oppor. to build one of the best-designed pools in the MetroWest. I encour. you to tour lots of schools and analyze them closely. U will see. Also, little kids also need a ded. area to play in the pool. U prob. can't do much about the uncomfort. seats, but you never know. ;) A well-designed facil. doesn't have to be $. I was only a swim parent for 1Y (surprise!), but exper. stayed with me. TY!" "","","","","","","I appreciate the low cost options Fairbanks CC provides. We just want our kids to be able to swim without paying a fortune to join a ""club"". Also appreciate the need to renovate. Just wish Town could come up with funding that didn't rely on property taxes - we already pay a lot even among Mass towns." "","","","","","",The Senior Center needs more room. Add on to the existing building. "","","","","","",It?s depressing and it seems out of sync with our times! "","","","","","","The Friends of Sudbury Seniors is sitting on a chunk of money which they could use to help with the roof. Otherwise, they are just hoarding cash , building a little treasure chest for what?" "","","","","","",Sudbury needs a real recreational center with sports facilities and a public swimming pool "","","","","","","I really wish Sudbury had a nice, indoor kiddie pool with warm water and water that was less than 3 feet deep. The Atkinson water temperature is too cold and there is no place for young kids to play in the water on their own. " "","","","","","",None "","","","","","",The community center is crucial - currently we have no place other than the Goodnow library to spend time in. "","","","","","","You?ll need to start working on moving the school admin, it is something that should be in the works , there?s no sense of forging ahead with the community center until the schools have a plan , and then there?ll be space available with or without a new building " "","","","","","","I am 74 years old and have lived in Sudbury for 43 years. I consider social interaction and aging in place to be an individual opportunity. I prefer to engage the community (through both volunteer and paid membership opportunities) based on my own specific physical and emotional needs. I am not interested in paying for social activities determined by a ""majority of the current voters"" to be necessary in their lives. If we really want to help residents age in place we should simply reduce the taxes on those who have lived here, owned residential property and paid real estate taxes for more than 25 years. It is very difficult to finance gracefully aging in place while paying for continually increasing educational costs. " "","","","","","",I've never been there so am not a good judge on this issue. I think property taxes are already quite high. "","","","","","","We have to make sure we document well all those awesome rock'n'roll band logos painted in the gym/auditorium! OMG, Foghat!" "","","","","","",renovate the pool deck and locker rooms "","","","","","",Considering other amenities within the facility that would attract and motivate high school age kids to participate there more for social activities. Also considering a facility like a bowling alley or something like that where families can spend time together and the town can bring in some additional revenue. "","","","","","","I realize that the Fairbanks Center is in need of repair and, looking to the future, may benefit from starting over with a new building. For sure, the roof has been an issue for some time. Would more people use the building and facilities more often with a new building? Is lack of space and renovation the reason some people don't use the facilities? What other opportunities could a new building provide? These are questions I would like to see answered before making a decision." "","","","","","",We really don't need a community center as I feel it really wouldn't be used to it's potential. Is there an opportunity to take the center private and have a firm handle it. "","","","","","","Other than its use as a polling place, I'm not aware that this facility is widely used by residents" "","","","","","",maintain what is there and add on to the current Meeting Room to enlarge its capacity "","","","","","",It's tired looking and needs an overhaul. It's used by the youth and families and elderly. It's also an emergency shelter as well. "","","","","","",Any investment plans need to have a comprehensive use plan for the facility "","","","","","","I'm between using the Fairbanks center. My kids are in college and I'm not old enough to take advantage of the Senior Center. I do know the facility is need of repairs, but I don't think we need a large new state of the art facility unless you can monetize the investment through some other venue than just taxes." "","","","","","",Your efforts for the community are appreciated but more competition to reduce spending just makes more sense. "","","","","","",I don't know much about this community center and how a resident how I can even benefit from it. "","","","","","",The FCC rework is urgent. Please find a compromise and get the work started. Include plans for regular maintenance and periodic incremental upgrades. "","","","","","","I believe the center is in need of updates, not just repairs. However, $33 million is a steep cost with all the other CONTINUAL taxes that are added to our bills. Thanks for all the effort put forth in looking for solutions to this matter."