The Rebuild team will share construction updates on this page.
OCTOBER 28, 2025
Exterior brickwork on the building addition is now complete.
In the interior, the underground site utilities are fully installed and tied in. Work on the metal framing progressed across program spaces and corridors. Mechanical, electrical and plumbing work also advanced; this includes HVAC ductwork and sprinkler piping.
On the field, in addition to the newly completed turf, the existing field lights were removed to make way for the new foundations and poles.
SEPTEMBER 23, 2025
The turf field has been installed! Prep is underway for the water service on the field. The installation for the foundation and poles for field lighting is planned for October.
On the interior of the space, blockwork is complete, including the necessary mechanical, electrical, and plumbing. Blockwork refers to the concrete blocks that form walls and other structural elements. Metal framing has been installed above the interior masonry walls, and to receive the clerestory (above eye-level) windows.
On the exterior of the building, brick installation is continuing.
AUGUST 27, 2025
The construction team has prepped the field to install the turf, which has been delivered. They’ve also poured the foundation to start installing the scoreboard at the field.
Inside the building, there is ongoing electrical, mechanical, and plumbing work. On the exterior, the masonry work and waterproofing are complete, and the team has finished the roofing prep. Brick work is underway.
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December 2023:
Pride Enterprises has been selected as the new General Contractor. Established in 1996, Pride Enterprises is a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Certified General Contractor & Construction Services Manager Located in Norristown, PA.
With a thorough site assessment complete, construction partners then estimated the rough costs associated with the renovations and replacements that would
be necessary. After reviewing the costs and the programmatic needs at
ORC, the decision was made to demolish the current Olney Rec Center building
and construct a new structure. The existing gymnasium will remain and will be
renovated. The new Olney Rec Center grounds will feature an outdoor recreational track
and artificial turf multi-sport field, updated basketball and tennis courts,
new playgrounds, a new sprayground, and more!
