November 21st, 1977. /9.

That Administration fully investigate possible provincial and
federal funding and report to Council.

That we proceed with the addition as soon as possible due ‘to the
fact that it is badly needed.

Moved by Alderman Ranger:

Seconded by Alderman Keryluk:

That as recommended ty the Leisure Activities Committee in its
report of November 18th, 1977:

1. City Council endorse the pian for extension of the Senior Citizen
facility at the Recreation Centre as presented by the Leisure Activities
Committee:

2. That Administration fully investigate possible provincial and
federal funding and report to Council:

3. AND THAT we proceed with the addition as soon as possible due

the fact that it is badly needed.

Carried.

Prior to passage of the foregoing resolution a discussion ensued and
Alderman Ranger explained the existing floor space was 2,892 sq. ft.
and the addition would add 4,000 sq. ft. He stated that there would be
ample space for carpet bowling, pool tables, and other activities and there
would be a folding door which could be used to separate the room or
be opened to use the maximum area. Mr. Harold Pritchett advised Council
there are approximately 300 members in the Senior Citizens Association.

Alderman Ranger advised the Laking Room could be used for large meetings

by rolling up the carpet used for carpet bowling. In reply to an enquiry

as to whether the kitchen facility would be large enough Recreation
Director Janna Taylor advised the kitchen was not a catering kitchen:
but Alderman Ranger expressed the opinion that it should be adequate.
Mr. Archie Johnson asked whether the kitchen would have sufficient
voltage for coffee urns and Alderman Ranger advised he would make a note
on the drawing and bring it to the architect's attention. Alderman
Traboulay asked whether this addition was the maximum size for future
growth and Aldecman Ranger advised it would be the maximum size for this
site. Alderman Thompson asked whether the Committee had considered
extending Hyde Creek to facilitate a Senior Citizens Area and Alderman
Ranger advised that it has not been necessary to consider such a inove

at this time. Alderman Thompson asked how the estimated cost of the

addition was arrived at and Alderman Ranger stated that a cost of