Hope and Area Recreation Centre to undergo repairs to remediate ‘irregularities’ in ice arena
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HOPE – The Fraser Valley Regional District says the Hope and Area Recreation Centre is under construction to remediate “dimensional irregularities” in the corner of the rink, work that will be fully funded by the contractor responsible for the remediation.
According to a statement from FVRD communications manager Samantha Piper, the ice at the arena has been removed to allow for regular maintenance and necessary repairs to begin. Remediation work will focus on adjusting the dimensions of the arena’s concrete slab to bring the final ice surface area to full National Hockey League specifications.
The FVRD says the scope of work required to complete the necessary slab modification and associated system works is anticipated to continue throughout the summer months and wrap up in advance of the fall ice season.
“Following the identification of dimensional irregularities in the corners of the rink, the FVRD proceeded to temporarily install the boards in a manner that shortened the playing surface,” the FVRD wrote in a statement. “This interim solution ensured that the ice could still be utilized while the full remediation plan was developed and the required components were secured. The FVRD is thankful for the continued support and patience of the community during this period of time.”
