As we stride confidently into Oakland Park's second century, our vision for a vibrant and resilient community continues to take shape with each passing day. Amidst the flurry of progress, we're excited to bring you the latest developments on the construction of our new Public Works Complex at 5100 NE 12th Terrace, a cornerstone project in our journey towards the centennial celebration in 2029.
Since breaking ground last Spring, the construction of this cutting-edge facility has been making remarkable headway. Designed to include Public Works Operations and Administration and a new Emergency Operations Center, the complex promises to revolutionize our city's infrastructure and service delivery.
On the first floor of the operations building, contractors have installed drywall and insulation. On the second floor, where most staff workspaces will be located, contractors are working on HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. They are also installing a generator that will supply power to the emergency operations center and metal canopies to enhance the building’s exterior aesthetic appeal.
Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing are also underway in the warehouse building, which will serve as the department’s main storage facility. Drywall and vehicle bay doors have been installed in the fleet building, and about two-thirds of the interior painting is complete. All water, stormwater, and sewer lines have been installed throughout the site. Next up, contractors will finish exterior painting and work on site grading.
The new complex represents a municipal investment of over $26.5 million into its infrastructure and service delivery. The Complex will house the City’s water, wastewater, stormwater, solid waste, streets, parks maintenance, facilities, and fleet services divisions. Public Works will relocate operations from 3801 NE 5th Avenue to the new complex, freeing up five acres of land that will be incorporated into City Park.
Project funding includes $11.5 million from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, up to $1 million from the FEMA Hazardous Mitigation Grant Program, and approximately $15 million from loan proceeds.