Construction of the new basketball gym floor at the ASPIRE Center will begin in about mid-August, according to a time line discussed by members of the Parks and Recreation Committee. The group met Tuesday, May 21 and reviewed bids for installation of the hardwood flooring.

The committee accepted a bid of $36,000 submitted by Leslie Henrick to install the flooring, which was donated by Monticello Flooring. The committed agreed to purchase $6,000 in supplies for the project, which will save tax dollars.

So far, $21,000 has been committed toward the installation of the flooring. Those who donate will be acknowledged for their contribution to the project.

The committee decided to delay the construction until August, so that they would be able to work around the annual Quilt Show, which will be held at the ASPIRE Center.

Wayne County Judge/Executive Mike Anderson noted that Foothills Academy has volunteered to remove the old flooring at no cost. They will be allowed to retain the tile.

They reviewed bids for camera equipment for the ASPIRE Center and for the park. Two bids were received for the project. Modern Security bid $3,360 for five cameras at the ASPIRE Center and $8,485 for 11 cameras at the park.

Silent Guard bid $3,768 for five cameras at the ASPIRE Center and $16,837 for 11 cameras at the park.

Anderson said he will review the quotes and see what the difference is between the two companies. The committee agreed to table the issue until its next meeting.