Drahota Selected to Build Green Fire Station in Vail (2)

DRAHOTA SELECTED TO BUILD GREEN FIRE STATION IN VAIL

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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Fort Collins, CO (May 17, 2010) – Drahota has been selected as general contractor for the new fire station located in West Vail. The $4 million facility will accommodate two fire fighting companies, Engine and Aerial, with a goal of LEED Gold certification. Drahota will begin construction of the building in June with a completion date set for February 2011.

"This is an ideal project for the firm as it blends a municipal project with our mountain experience and our green building expertise," says Terry Drahota, president/CEO of Drahota. "We look forward to delivering an exceptional new facility to the Vail Fire & Emergency Services and the areas the station will serve."

West Vail Fire Station The 15,000-square-foot, two-story building, designed by Belford Watkins Group, LLC, will include an apparatus area, shift quarters for four firefighters, resident firefighters dorm for twelve residents and a administration/training area, as well as a variety features to reduce energy, including a more efficient building envelope and on-site renewable energy sources. Additional techniques include low flow fixtures to reduce water usage, use of materials with recycled content, use of local materials and diversion of construction waste for recycling. Building occupant comfort approaches include increased outdoor air ventilation, low-toxic-emitting materials, enhanced controls for lighting and thermal systems, and attention to daylighting and views.

Drahota is a Fort Collins-based general contractor and construction management company serving the Front Range and Rocky Mountain region. With nearly 40 years in business, Drahota is a leading general contractor in Colorado with expertise in multifamily, medical, industrial, resort, retail and commercial projects. For more information, please visit www.Drahota.com.

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