Construction Update: Clauss Recreation Center Closure
The Clauss Recreation Center will be CLOSED beginning Friday, August 1 at 12:30pm through Sunday, August 10 due to ongoing construction. During this time, there will be no facility access and no front desk or fitness desk assistance—in person or by phone.
If you have any questions about programming during this closure, please reach out to our staff directly. Contact information is available at rparks.org/staff.
What to Expect Starting Monday, August 11:
The building will reopen with normal hours
Temporary fitness desk, fitness center, and front desk will be located on the lower level
The walking track will remain CLOSED until further notice
The front entrance will be CLOSED – please use the temporary entrance through the preschool playground and around the back (elevator access available)
The south parking lot will be CLOSED for construction storage
Please refer to the map below for the new entrance route and access details.
Status:
Bids Awarded, Awaiting Construction
Timeline:
Construction planned to begin August of 2025
Description:
The Clauss Recreation Project aims to optimize the layout of the fitness center, lobby, and front desk area to maximize space efficiency. This redesign will expand the fitness center by an additional 700 square feet, providing room for new equipment, stretching areas, and improved free-weight access. This project will also include an improved lobby with conversational seating area.
Renderings:
conceptual fitness center design - click for more
potential equipment layout - click to enlarge