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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION JANUARY 17, 2001 Mayor Bergeson stated residents within the City have indicated their desire for a community center and community facility. The City felt a partnership with another organization was the best option. The YMCA is a very important part of what the City is trying to do. Council Member Carlson inquired about the City's role in development and the YMCA's role in the City if it is not located in The Village. Mr. Silverness stated the City must determine if the drive for the YMCA is financial or community driven. If the dollars and support from the City are eliminated, the project will not be possible. Council Member Carlson stated the agreement was the City would contribute $1.5 million in cash and l/ million for infrastructure and land on the north end of The Village. She asked if sites outside of the City have been considered. Mr. Silverness stated sites outside of the City have not been consi scussions relating to support have been discussed with other cities. The ; ve indicated they would like the facility in their city. Council Member Carlson expressed concern regardi ity orting the facility and the residents not being able to easily use the fa Mr. Silverness stated he does not imawould support the project to that extent if it is not in the City. It is + + e ity would offer some financial support to allow reduced mem esi s ents. Discussions have been held regarding the possibility o g tee centers that the YMCA is involved with. Council Member ' ert d if the project is in jeopardy. He stated the concerns that have been discusse . t jor obstacles. Mr. Silverness statee project is not in jeopardy. Everyone wants the project done as soon as possible. The program development piece is a very important to the project. It is anticipated that the facility will be built in 2002. The concern is limited acreage for future expansion. Many facilities need to expand in a very short period of time. He noted it is typical to get more financial support once building begins. Council Member Dahl clarified that the two -(2) major concerns are size of the property and the Design Standards. Council Member O'Donnell stated it is important for everyone to work together on the issues, especially when funds are still being raised for the project. Mayor Bergeson suggested Mr. Silverness attend a Council meeting or utilize the City newsletter as a means for raising funds. 2