For over 150 years the YMCAs have been at the heart of communities across the US. Today there are over 2,600 facilities with over 20,000,000 members. Harris/Day is proud to be involved with the expansion and renovation of the Tuscarawas County YMCA located in Dover, Ohio.

In order to meet the growing needs of the community, a $2.5 million addition/renovation is needed to keep up with the growing demands of the community. A 6,500 square foot addition will house a large multi-purpose room, a youth multi-purpose room, new entry canopies, and storage rooms. The renovation part of the project includes a new whirlpool, a pool filtration system, four updated locker rooms, racquetball courts, a larger family changing locker room, and renovated administration offices.

“The intent is to create a brighter, more inviting environment by improving the lighting, opening up spaces, and introducing as much natural light as possible,” said Burt Marzley, project manager.

The impact and importance of YMCA’s is astounding. Forty-two million families and 72 million households are located within three miles of a YMCA. “The YMCA is known for providing children with all sorts of activities such as swimming lessons and sports activities, but there’s so much more available to its members,” added Marzley. “With the addition of the multi-purpose spaces, the Tuscarawas YMCA will be better able to serve the community as it grows.” And taking care of the community and its members is what the YMCA is all about.