Building the Recreation Center
Former Mayor Ellen Moyer and City Council members were strong supporters of a centrally located recreation center at Truxtun Park since its recommendation in the award-winning, Parks and Paths for People Plan of 1987. Approximately $18 million was budgeted in the City’s Capital Improvement Program for design and construction of the building. Scheibel Construction was awarded the contract in November 2008 and began construction soon thereafter.
Facility dedicated to former Mayor Roger "Pip" Moyer
PMRC is dedicated to former Mayor Roger "Pip" Moyer for his accomplishments in the Annapolis community. Mr. Moyer gave more than 40 years of dedication, serving as Alderman, mayor, coach, teacher and Deputy Housing Director.
Ribbon Cutting and Opening
On Friday, October 30, 2009, hundreds of current Recreation Center members, Advisory Board representatives, City of Annapolis employees, community constituents, area business owners and faith-based leaders attended the ceremonial ribbon cutting of the new 88,000 square foot "Pip" Moyer Recreation Center (PMRC) at Truxtun Park. The City showcased this major project with self-guided tours, ribbon cutting and an evening reception.
PMRC Features
At a cost of approximately $16 million, the multi-use, ecology-green facility features a gymnasium of three basketball courts, an auxiliary gym, an indoor walking/jogging track, rock climbing wall, dedicated cardio and weight rooms, two studios for dance and fitness classes, Ballocity™ indoor playground, Kidz Zone babysitting, meeting rooms and support services including the relocation of the Annapolis Recreation and Parks Department administrative offices.