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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
16200 Eagle Creek Avenue S.E.
Prior Lake, MN 55372-1714
April 5, 2004
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Frank Boyles, City Manager i ~ \
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF ESOLUTION ENCOURAGING THE YMCA TO
COMPLETE A FEASIBILITY STUDY TO DETERMINE WHETHER A YMCA
FACILITY SHOULD BE CONSTRUCTED IN PRIOR LAKE.
History: Over the past few months, the Mayor and I have had the opportunity to
meet with Shepherd's Path and YMCA representatives. The YMCA is considering
whether they should construct a YMCA in Prior Lake on the campus of
Shepherd's Path. The purpose of the meetings has been to discuss the feasibility
of such a proposal.
Current Circumstances: Before determining whether to initiate a construction
project, the YMCA typically conducts a feasibility study. The study includes a
variety of data gathering techniques. Input is solicited from various sources
including the City Council, staff, School District, and church. Based upon the
results of the study, the YMCA can determine the timing for a construction project
and the services and facilities which the YMCA should offer.
Conclusion: In order to determine whether a YMCA should be constructed, the
feasibility report must be prepared. The YMCA and church have asked that the
City Council consider adopting a resolution which encourages the completion of a
feasibility study. The resolution would be forwarded to the YMCA President for
consideration by the Board of Directors.
The adoption of the resolution does not commit the City to any financial
assistance or in any other way. Rather it simply encourages the completion of the
feasibility study and a commitment from the YMCA to include City input and
participation.
Another concern is whether a YMCA could have a negative impact upon the
Dakotah Sport and Fitness. We have discussed this question with the Tribal
Council and staff. Both have confirmed that the YMCA is not a direct competitor
and will not negatively impact them.
ALTERNATIVES: (1) Adopt the resolution as prepared or amended for submission to the YMCA.
(2) Take no action and direct the staff to prepare additional information.
RECOMMENDED
MOTION: Alternative (1).
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RESOLUTION 04-XX
16200 Eagle Creek Avenue S.E.
Prior Lake, MN 55372-1714
A RESOLUTION ENCOURAGING THE YMCA TO
COMPLETE A FEASIBILITY STUDY TO DETERMINE WHETHER
A YMCA FACILITY SHOULD BE CONSTRUCTED IN PRIOR LAKE.
Motion By:
Second By:
WHEREAS, Prior Lake is located in Scott County, the fastest growing County in the region and the 8th
fastest growing County in the nation; and
WHEREAS, the pace of development creates the need for expanded recreational, social and
community education programs which governments and organizations such as the YMCA
have traditionally fulfilled; and
WHEREAS, research to better identify these needs and alternative ways of fulfilling each should be
conducted; and
WHEREAS, the City of Prior Lake acknowledges that its constituents may be better served with the
development of a YMCA within the community.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA that:
1. The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein.
2. The City Council hereby requests that the YMCA Board of Directors direct that the necessary
investigation and feasibility report regarding constructing a YMCA within Prior Lake be completed.
3. Such studies should determine the need for a YMCA, the type of services needed, best location and
the general characteristics of any building to be constructed.
4. The City Council expects and is committed to being an active participant in said studies.
5. The City Council is committed to work in partnership with the YMCA, School District, Shepherd of
the Lake Church and others to facilitate the completion of this important project.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 5TH DAY OF APRIL, 2004.
Haugen Haugen
Blomberg Blomberg
leMair leMair
Petersen Petersen
Zieska Zieska
YES
NO
City Manager, City of Prior Lake
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