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COUNCIL MINUTES DRAFT 3 Steve Heiskary, 572 Arrowhead Court. He is much in favor of pursing this opportunity. He and his 77 wife have lived in Lino Lakes since 1987. They had to bring their children to Shoreview for 78 swimming and recreational opportunities. It seems like the strongest case is made for the hybrid 79 model but that’s the council’s decision. He supports this going forward. 80 Jill Anderson, 400 Coyote Trail, said she is a longtime member of the YMCA. She utilized the 81 former YMCA facility and enjoyed using the facilities including care for her children. The local girl 82 scouts have also used the facilities and would like to move to that again. She believes there is 83 opportunity to bring in leases. 84 Gretchen Hubble, 6450 Ware Road – said the facility is a great asset to the community She would be 85 reluctant to give up complete control. There is a captive audience with the end of COVID. She 86 encourages going forward with a locally controlled facility. 87 Paul Clasen, 7457 172nd Av NE, Columbus, said he is a charter member of the YMCA. He knows the 88 importance of a good swimming program because he experienced that with his own children. His city 89 doesn’t have this kind of facility and he enjoyed being a part of it and he developed relationships 90 through the facility. 91 Mayor Rafferty remarked that that staff has worked hard with the consultants to paint the bigger 92 picture. He added that part of the discussion has been involving other communities. 93 Duane Proell, Isacc Sport Group consultant offered remarks. Regarding senior services, he assures 94 that senior elements are at the top of the list. He is keenly aware. He noted that they would also 95 provide the formal report in paper form for anyone that would like to read it. 96 Mr. Issac added that child watch (affordable) is included in the plans. He liked the comments on 97 senior services. He also heard comments on losing control through complete outsourcing. 98 Mayor Rafferty noted that the council has discussed the value of keeping all ages together and 99 involved in planning for this facility. 100 Councilmember Ruhland said he’s curious about the lease and profit sharing portion. Mr. Isaac said 101 models can vary but, for fitness, there should be some incentive and that can mean sharing revenue. 102 The consultants looked at profits so there is no expense inclusion. Mr. Isaac also talked about the 103 possibility of integration with the school district’s community education offerings. 104 Councilmember Cavegn asked about the possibility of including “area” community residents for 105 resident discount. Mr. Isaac explained that they looked at numbers for resident and non-resident rates 106 and if you want to incorporate, there is a sense of impact, allowing city staff to come up with a rate 107 that makes sense. 108 Councilmember Lyden said he’s hopeful that this will move forward in some fashion. He wonders 109 how the consultants would remain involved if things move forward. Also, regarding the discussion 110 on expanding court facilities, he’d like the perspective of the consultant. Mr. Isaac explained that he 111 has worked throughout the country and in some cases with for-profit who developed court facililites. 112 In this case, they’ve already heard from interested developers. Also looking at the needs through the 113 school district and how they are meeting them, they see potential there also. He feels a commitment 114 to this project and is interested in helping the City move forward. 115 Mayor Rafferty said he’s pleased with the effort of the consultant through this project. 116 Councilmember Ruhland moved to approve Resolution No. 21-62 as presented. Councilmember 117 Stoesz seconded the motion. Motion carried on a voice vote. 118