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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM 5B STAFF ORIGINATOR: Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director MEETING DATE: November 8, 2021 TOPIC: Consider Approval of Resolution No. 21-138, Affirming the Opening of the Lino Lakes Activity Center With a Target Date of April 1, 2022, Rick DeGardner VOTE REQUIRED: 3/5 BACKGROUND: In July of 2020, the City was notified the YMCA would not be reopening the Lino Lakes Facility. In November of 2020, the City retained Isaac Sports Group (ISG) to evaluate potential facility operating options. In accordance with the development agreement between the YMCA and the City, the YMCA transferred their property and building to the City on March 1, 2021. The City Council accepted the Recreation and Aquatic Center Feasibility Study, prepared by ISG, on June 28, 2021. The report examines programming options, three potential management models, and multiple fee structures. Financial operating budgets and projections were developed to evaluate the different options. The report also includes considerations for long term development and expansion, along with a project timeline and next steps. Keys to success are also included as a resource to identify key operating best practices and needs necessary to make the facility a success. The City Council accepted the ISG Scope of Services Proposal during the August 23, 2021 City Council meeting to develop potential fitness and aquatic partnerships, and provide management support and development. On September 13, 2021, the Council approved a contract with GameDay Sports for brand development and marketing plan development as well as an architectural services agreement with DSGW Architecture. The City Council received overwhelming positive responses from area residents and businesses. Staff continues to develop the hybrid model and prepare for an opening of April 1, 2022. RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 21-138, Affirming the Opening of the Lino Lakes Activity Center with a target date of April 1, 2022.