Community Hall Redevelopment Project

Fundraising Goal $500 000

We need Lendrum residents to step up and back the desire to build a new hall with donations. Please consider a large one-time donation (we already have one of $25 000) or give smaller amounts regularly over time ($1000 per year x 100 residents = $100 000 X 5 years = 0.5Million)

Once we reach 400K, we can apply for a matching COE grant. Then a GOA grant that will give us sufficient funds for a new building. If the grants are not forthcoming, then we can pivot to a renovation project

These donations are not tax-deductible.

There are 3 ways to donate:

  1. Etransfer = treasurer@lendrum.org. Make sure and make your transfer as “Hall Donation - your name”

  2. Credit Card - Click on the button below. This will take you to a secure website.

  3. Cheque - contact hallredevelopment@lendrum.org to arrange for an in-person exchange.

cLICK HERE TO DONATE

In 2019, the Lendrum Community League surveyed the community regarding capital projects and it was determined that the Hall was the #1 priority.

Project Process and Timeline

  • Determine what all to include and recommend best approach to hall redevelopment. Develop and submit business plan to City of Edmonton and confirm overall vision and scope of the hall renovation project

  • 2022 Community Survey:

    • 64% support new hall

    • 26% support renovate and extend current hall

    • 10% support renovate existing hall

    2024: Fundraising Campaign Begins

  • Choose from design options developed during Concept phase. Develop chosen design option into a set of design and construction documents

  • Contractor hired to begin construction

What We Heard

  • The community largely expressed a desire for the hall to accommodate bigger events, and noted that the existing hall is too crowded during some events. There is a desire for an improved kitchen.

  • Respondents told us that they would like to see more classes such as art, language, music, food, cooking; and more activities such as games and sports like table tennis. The hall should also provide a space for more Lendrum users like our seniors and youth.

  • A desire for more appropriate windows and spaces that connect well between indoor and outdoor activities. A visual connection to volleyball, playground, spray deck and fields, with a possibility of rooftop deck are to be explored.

  • The hall is not as inclusive as it could be for all users as the washrooms are small and not universally accessible. The entrance is small and does not provide ease of access, especially during winter.

  • A desire for better comfort, climate control, energy efficiency, lighting, aesthetics and environment. The current hall was cited as feeling cold or with fluctuating temperatures, with a lack of windows and natural light that could help the hall feel more inviting.