Jonathan Association – Lake Grace Pavilion

  The Lake Grace Pavilion has been on the board's radar for a very long time; however, other priorities and circumstances had detracted from this legacy amenity for over a decade. In July of 2016 the board took action by approving the removal of three walls and transforming the unused storage facility to a covered picnic shelter with majestic views of Lake Grace. The project will span nearly a year and is planned to consist of three phases. The pavilion is available for all Jonathan residents to enjoy on a first come basis. The facility has seating for up to 40 people inside with additional space surrounding the pavilion that includes picnic tables, charcoal grills, horseshoe pits, and a large green space for many activities.

  The contract for Phase one was awarded to Iron River Construction and work began on August 8th. The contractor began to remove the three exterior wall partitions and trim out the structural support beams. Shortly thereafter, the breathtaking original wood ceiling and structural beams were on display for all to see. An interior wall was constructed that enclosed the old concession and restroom areas as these are currently unfit for public use. The wood burning stove that provided heat for many years was removed and a built-in bench was constructed. With the addition of six low maintenance picnic table the space was beginning to take shape.

  The contract for Phase two was awarded to Jonathan resident and local business owner Adam Brouwer Construction and work began on September 3rd. Adam’s crew began the exterior work consisting of recovering three side walls, two exterior gables and one interior gable, a serving counter with Corian countertop, and built in trash receptacles, as well as shoring up the aforementioned built-in bench. A High efficiency lighting upgrade was completed using light emitting diode technology (LED), timers, and photocells. The addition of eight interior LED lights with a one hour timer, two serving counter LED lights with a one hour timer, two outlets, and two exterior LED building lights was completed by Bill Mitchell Electrical. The building was painted by Roell Painting Company to match the color palette of the recently renovated and legacy landmark Jonathan Silo. 612 signs provided the Jonathan in Chaska logo to the lake facing gable. Phase two is under construction and scheduled to be completed by October 1, 2016. 

  The Jonathan Board of Directors continues to work with our management team to develop a scope of work for Phase three. Phase three will take place sometime in 2017 and consist of exterior hardscape, landscape, and greenspace updates. We would like to hear your thoughts and suggestions by clicking the feedback link below. We anticipate that stakeholder input will be given at the 2017 annual meeting and via our website and look forward to sharing concept plans and ideas as they become available.