New Rec Center

The company was founded by John B. Gibbons in 1967, and under his leadership steadily grew into one of the area’s largest general contractors.

Subcontractors comprise an array of local firms and regional firms, including Cipriani Electric of South Williamsport for electrical construction and R & J. Ertel Inc. of Williamsport for both plumbing and mechanical construction. Steel fabrication and erection will be completed by Reynolds Iron Works and Allison Crane and Rigging, both of Williamsport. The Montoursville office of Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc. will be responsible for earthwork. Kenneth Crowl Inc. of Elysburg will be the masonry contractor, and Susquehanna Supply Co. of Williamsport will provide concrete for the project. Lear Roofing and Sheetmetal of Williamsport is the roofing subcontractor.

"Our team of professionals at Gibbons Construction has been eager to begin work on this terrific project," said Patrick Marty, Vice President of Operations for J.B. Gibbons Construction

"I am very happy that we could work with local contractors on this building project," said Robert Griesemer, Vice President and Treasurer of the Lycoming College. "We are delighted that we can add to economy of Williamsport."

"It's a proud and fitting tribute to our late founder, John B. Gibbons, and to the firm's long-time, local employees, " said Marty. We look forward to working with Lycoming College as construction partners on this beautiful design by John C. Haas Associates."

Architect for the project is John C. Haas Associates of State College whose credits include Penn State's Bryce Jordan Center.

The new recreational center is designed as a two-story 54,000 square foot space with room for four basketball courts. It will have a suspended 1/8-mile indoor running track, an expanded weight room, and a new exercise and fitness area. The building will be attached to the existing physical education and recreation facility, which now houses Lamade Gymnasium, the swimming pool and locker rooms. It will run parallel to East Fourth Street.

The project also includes a number of improvements to the existing facility, including a larger lobby, two additional small locker rooms, and an upgraded fire and security system. 

The College moved past its last hurdle to the construction when it gained a final approval from City Council on October 3.

According to Griesemer, work will start immediately. The College hopes to have the facility ready for students by January of 2004.

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