LOCAL NEWS COVERS THE LOFTS AT YORK CREEK REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT!
CAM Development’s adaptive resuse of the former Dentsply manufacturing site in York, PA has been generating well-deserved attention, recently featured by both WGAL News 8 and the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED).
The former Dentsply property, vacant since 2020, is set to be transformed into a vibrant mixed-use community featuring 81 residential units in its first phase, alongside retail, office, and makerspace. The project also includes a planned extension of the Codorus Greenway trail through the property and serves as a meaningful addition to the community’s recreational experience along the creek.
The project recently received approximately $1,500,000 million through Pennsylvania’s Mixed-Use Housing Development Pilot Program, making it one of only seven recipients selected statewide. DCED Secretary Rick Siger personally toured the site as part of Governor Shapiro’s first-ever Housing Action Plan, which is a statewide initiative to address a projected shortage of 185,000 homes by 2035.
Construction on the first phase is anticipated to begin in Q1 2027. We look forward to that first step and are proud to be part of York’s revitalization story and look forward to sharing updates as the project progresses.
Read the WGAL News 8 article here: https://www.wgal.com/article/vacant-dentsply-site-york-city-get-new-life-housing-project/71718216
Read the DCED press release here: https://dced.pa.gov/newsroom/shapiro-administration-highlights-the-need-for-critical-infrastructure-funding-during-tour-of-a-housing-project-being-constructed-in-the-city-of-york/
SUBCONTRACTOR CELEBRATION AT ARMISTEAD GARDENS
Last week, the CAM Construction team hosted a Subcontractor Appreciation Lunch at our Armistead Gardens jobsite.
Our subcontractors are the backbone of every project we deliver, and this was our opportunity to recognize their dedication, craftsmanship, and hard work that makes it all possible. None of what we do happens without the talented tradespeople and teams who show up every day and give their best.
To everyone who joined us, we would like to extend our sincere thanks. We are proud to have you on the team, and we look forward to seeing this renovation/addition project serve the Armistead Gardens community for years to come.
SUMMER IS COMING TO ARMISTEAD GARDENS SCHOOL
Construction is moving fast at Armistead Gardens School! 🏫⚒️
We’re excited to share the latest progress on our Renovations and Addition project, where the addition is starting to take shape:
✅ Floor finishes and final paint are underway
✅ Casework installation is in progress
✅ Façade, terracotta, and brickwork are wrapping up
✅ Courtyard flatwork is being poured
✅ The cafetorium stage is going up
✅ Basketball equipment is being installed
And coming up in the weeks ahead:
🔜 Plumbing fixtures getting underway
🔜 Final grading being prepared
🔜 Above-ceiling inspections on the horizon
It’s incredibly rewarding to see a project like this come together, and we are proud that it will serve the Armistead Gardens community for generations to come. Stay tuned for more updates as we push toward the next phase!
CHICK WEBB RECREATION CENTER – RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY
Earlier this month, members of CAM Construction’s team attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Chick Webb Recreation Center.
As Construction Manager on this project, we had the privilege of breathing new life into a community landmark originally built in 1947. At over 32,000 square feet, this historic facility has been thoughtfully renovated and expanded to serve generations to come.
Here’s a glimpse at what this transformation involved:
✅ 11,500 sq ft addition housing a brand-new gym with an indoor basketball court, walking track, and multi-purpose room
✅ A renovated pool with updated locker rooms
✅ Multi-purpose rooms for games, arts, and crafts
✅ A music recording room with a soundproofed booth
✅ A spin studio and fitness center
Projects like this one remind us why we do what we do. The Chick Webb Recreation Center isn’t just a building; it’s a gathering place, a safe haven, and a source of pride for the community it serves. We’re honored to have played a role in its next chapter, and we hope the facility inspires the next community to play, grow, and pursue their passions. As always, we would like to thank our design partners GWWO Architects for their tremendous work throughout the project. Check out the video in the link below to view the ceremony.
https://baltimorefishbowl.com/stories/reopening-after-17-5m-renovation-chick-webb-rec-center-honors-a-baltimore-jazz-great/
WJZ CHECKS OUT CHICK WEBB
Last week, WJZ conducted interviews with members of the local community and Baltimore City Department of Recreation & Parks to discuss the legacy and transformations underway at the Chick Webb Recreation Center. To check out the interview and see some video footage of the site, please see the following link- https://www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/news/historical-baltimore-chick-webb-maryland-recreation-joe-louis/. Additionally, former Councilman Robert Stokes recently toured with our construction team and was able to see the latest progress that has been made towards the renovated pool, new basketball court and elevated track, and the new multimedia and recording studio spaces. We would like to recognize the former Councilman for his efforts in securing historic protections and funding support on this critical project, and his dedication to improving the East Baltimore community.”
CAM WINS MARYLAND ‘PROJECT OF THE YEAR’ AT ST. JOE’S
Throughout our long-standing history as a construction management firm in this region, CAM Construction has been honored to see several of our projects recognized at ABC Baltimore’s “Excellence in Construction” Awards ceremony. In this unique moment for CAM, we are thrilled to announce that in addition to winning a Diamond Excellence Award for 2024, our Renovation & Addition to St. Joseph Parish was selected as the #1 “Project of the Year” for the entire state of Maryland.
Although this highly technical, fast-tracked project encountered numerous unforeseen issues in its early stages, CAM coordinated closely with the owner, JRS Architects, and stakeholders to ensure a timely and cost-effective completion. From the stunning dome and coffered ceiling system to the radiused cornice and resonant pipe organ, to the existing stained-glass windows that are now highlighted by the new lighting and color palette of the church, we cannot overstate how pleased we are with the results of all the hard work that went into transforming the church.
The acknowledgement that the St. Joseph Project has received from the ABC Greater Baltimore Chapter presents an incredible opportunity for national recognition. As we look to submit the 2024 EIC National Awards application for St. Joseph, we are reminded that truly incredible work can come from a small team of caring, dedicated individuals. CAM Construction would like to give special thanks to John Srygley, David Gardner, Doug Johnson, and Monsignor Rick Hilgartner for their selfless guidance, leadership, and vision that helped us to enhance the capacity in which the Parish can provide its services as a beacon of Faith, Worship, and Witness for the community. We will continue to strive for this level of quality in all that we do, and we are grateful to St. Joseph Parish for giving CAM the opportunity to create a truly awe-inspiring space.
BALTIMORE CITY DISTRICT COURTHOUSE GETS A LIFT
Last weekend, CAM Construction was permitted to close down the 500 block of N Calvert Street to allow a 175-ton crane to lift mechanical equipment onto the rooftop of the Baltimore City District Courthouse. This massive undertaking, through the coordinated efforts by CAM’s mechanical subcontractor, Ariosa, utilized nearly 200 feet of boom and jib to deliver and set Dedicated Outdoor Air System (DOAS) Units and Air-Cooled Condensing Units to the Courthouse roof. CAM’s team worked tirelessly from 7:00am to 9:30pm on a Saturday to ensure that this monumental project could proceed without delay. We would like to give a shout-out to Digging & Rigging for their tremendous efforts as a sub under Ariosa.
PAST MEETS PRESENT: ARMISTEAD GARDENS ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL
CAM Construction has begun work on the Armistead Gardens Elementary/Middle School Renovation and Addition project. It’s an honor to have the opportunity to make major upgrades to the existing building, which CAM originally built in 1991!
This effort will see a transformation of the 62,000sqft school with a 92,000sqft addition to its west end. We have kicked off this three-phase project by re-grading the old ball fields in preparation for new modular classrooms and the installation of 111 geothermal wells. Between Phases 1 and 2, we will transition the modular classroom buildings over the geothermal field. Phase 2 will include the construction of the new addition and storm water management facilities. Finally, Phase 3 will follow with renovations to the existing school and rec center.
We are thrilled to provide a new space to foster the education of the 800+ student body and revitalize a building that has intrinsic meaning to CAM. Check back in for more updates to Armistead Gardens as well as an exciting announcement to come soon.
A huge thanks to our partners on this project, Design Collective, Inc., for allowing the use of their renderings. (©Design Collective, Inc. 2024, All Rights Reserved)
ST. JOSEPH PARISH CHRISTENS THE NEWLY FINISHED RENOVATIONS
St. Joseph Parish hosted services over Good Friday through Easter Weekend, marking the completion of the work CAM Construction managed this past year. The 12,000 square foot renovations and addition to the historic sanctuary included several new features, including the construction of a new altar and stone arch, new ductwork and HVAC distribution, ornamental tile flooring (thanks to O Squared), a coffered ceiling system with a dome and back-lit stain glass oculus, and a radiused cornice with cove lighting around the perimeter of the sanctuary. In particular, the craftsmen at J A Argetakis completed the difficult ceiling work from a suspended scaffolding system that had to be maneuvered in order to meet the deadline. Additionally, we are extremely proud to have incorporated stones from the Beaver Dam Quarry to create the new arch around the crucifix, as the original church was built using stones from the very same quarry. The emphasis for this project was on “community”, and we are grateful for the opportunity to improve this community space and complete it in time for one of their largest congregations. Special thanks to Msgr Rick Hilgartner and St. Joseph Parish as well as JRS Architects for making this project something truly memorable.
