The Caddo Administration plans to use the Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR) process for constructing the pickleball complex on property owned by the Forbing YMCA.
The planned project includes a clubhouse facility, a championship court with spectator seating for 1,000, 19 pickleball courts, a shade structure, benches throughout, picnic areas, a walking trail and parking for 500 cars.
In a letter to Louisiana state officials seeking approval for the CMaR process, the Parish stated that the anticipated Cost of Work, Contractor’s fee and Owner’s Contingency are valued at $9 million.
Additional costs will be incurred for furnishings, equipment and ancillary items needed to complete the complex. The Commission approved a total cost not to exceed $10 million for the complex.
The Parish successfully used the CMaR process for the total renovation of the Walter B. Jacobs Nature Center.
CMaR is a project delivery method where a construction manager acts as a consultant during the design phase, then transitions to building the project under a Guaranteed Maximum Price, absorbing the financial risks of cost overruns. The advantages of this process include cost predictability, early expert input and fast-tracking.
The Parish has yet to reach an agreement with the YMCA regarding the land lease and management of the facility.
John came to Shreveport in January of 1977 when he was transferred to Barksdale AFB.
He’s been active in Shreveport politics since deciding to make Shreveport his home.
John practiced law for 40 years and he now monitors local politics. He regularly attends Shreveport City Council and Caddo Parish Commission meetings.
John is published weekly in The Inquisitor, bi-monthly in The Forum News, and frequently in the Shreveport Times.
He enjoys addressing civic groups on local government issues and elections.