Northeast Early Learning Center Improvements
Better Denver Bond Project
T
he Northeast Child Development
Center is housed in a 30 year-old,
city-owned modular building,
located at 3503 Marion Street in
Denver. The Better Denver
Bond-funded repairs and
Carla Madison
improvements to this structure
Denver City
Councilwoman
touched on a variety of areas to
District 8
make this site warmer, more
comfortable, fresher and inviting
for the children, families, and
staff that use the facility. While
the new, colorful outdoor murals
of children at play are the most noticeable and striking enhancements, other equally
important, though less noticeable upgrades were made.
Northeast Early Learning Center
3503 Marion Street
Improvements
The previous lack of insulation and the old windows made temperatures inside difficult to
control. The entire structure was wrapped with new, efficient insulation placed under
new exterior siding that was then painted with colorful murals. New double-pane
windows were installed in place of the old single-pane aluminum windows. A new
handicapped entry ramp was built and the bathroom was remodeled to be ADA compliant
(American with Disabilities Act).
• Insulation
• New double pane windows
• New exterior siding
• ADA entry ramp
• ADA toilet room renovation
Other improvements help to make the space more efficient, including the installation of
lower counters and more cabinet space for storage. A door was installed between the
two classrooms which helps the teachers to do school laundry without leaving the
classroom and allows them to stay in compliance with safety and supervision
requirements for the children.
Project Manager
Elizabeth Hamilton – City and County of Denver General
Services
• Landscaping
• Code-compliant stove hood
• More cabinet space
• Install door between rooms
• New exterior paint - withmurals
Total Project Cost
$100,000 (design & construction)
Architect
Humphries Poli Architects, Jerry Pickens
Contractor
Haselden Construction