Madison Community Center Improvement

Status

In Design

Maintenance work and improvements to several areas of Madison Community Center are planned to begin in spring 2026. The County is currently finalizing the design for this project.

About this Project

The Madison Community Center at 3829 N. Stafford Street is aging and requires an array of repairs to ensure that it remains functional and safe. The County is planning to begin a maintenance project in spring 2026 to conduct major infrastructure repairs, which will include:

Installation of a new HVAC system to replace the existing window air conditioning units.
A new roof to address deterioration and leaking issues and to improve the building’s overall insulation and energy efficiency.
Replacement of the single pane windows with all new windows, which are causing heat losses and energy inefficiencies.
Installation of new ceiling tiles and lighting.
Additional improvements to the lower-level fitness rooms and restrooms. See the key changes(JPG, 183KB) planned for the lower level.

The facility will be closed during construction to expedite the work and for the safety of building users. Construction is estimated to start in spring 2026. More information about the timing and impacts to existing programs will be shared as it gets closer to the start of the project.

Timeline

Timeline	Activities
Fall 2025	Complete 100% design (in progress)
November 13, 2025	Community Update Meeting: Slides Recording
Winter 2026	Contractor selection
Spring 2026	Construction starts; facility closed during construction
Summer / fall 2027	Construction ends

What to Expect at Madison Community Center

During Construction

Select programming will temporarily shift to other DPR community centers:
- Stay and Play can be accommodated at Langston-Brown Community Center.
- 55+ programs and Enjoy Arlington classes will be available at other centers.
- Summer Camps will be at other locations, but we will ensure there will be an option north of Langston Boulevard.
Madison is a polling site, and we will work with the Election Board to find a suitable location nearby.
Fitness pass holders will still be able to access fitness rooms at any other DPR community center.
Some programming may be put on pause due to space/equipment limitations.

Stay tuned for more information about programming changes as it gets closer to the start of construction.

After Construction

Programs that were temporarily paused or relocated due to construction will return to Madison.
Programming will be repositioned into improved spaces that best support the nature of each activity (Ex: Movement and wellness classes will take place in larger, open areas with flooring and mirrors).
Activities will be better matched to room size, flooring and acoustics to reduce room conflicts.
Fitness room enhancements will allow for better equipment spacing and user comfort (Ex: stretching, free weights and group movement).
Improved overall experience for both participants and instructors through thoughtful space planning.
Improved accessibility and flow throughout the renovated areas.

Funding

The FY25 – 34 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) included $4.7 million for the total renovation budget. The FY26 budget included an additional $2 million to complete facility improvements to the lower level as part of the baseline maintenance project, and to fund increased costs related to the electrification of the HVAC system.

Related Planning Study

The FY25 – 34 CIP also included $250,000 to support a building analysis to identify improvements within the existing building envelope to better serve current uses. The long-term planning study is expected to begin following the completion of the maintenance project, and will be guided by lessons learned during that project. There will be an Involve level of public engagement as part of this planning study.