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Special Meeting Report
Thursday, April 26, 2018
City Hall Classroom
Call to Order: Chairperson Schaefer called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. in the City Hall
Classroom.
Roll Call: Deputy City Clerk called the roll: Members present: Chairperson Alderman Schaefer,
Alderman Devine and Alderwoman Condon. Others in attendance: Director of Parks & Recreation
Hobson, Recreation Center Manager LaPorte, Recreation Supervisor Witt, Athletic & Aquatic
Supervisor Thompson.
Public Comment: None
Recreation Center Expansion Proforma Draft Review
Director Hobson commented on the draft proforma. He noted that the assumptions had been
revised since the first draft was reviewed. Director Hobson reported that a representative from
the aQity research and marketing firm will be joining the meeting to discuss the assumption
changes via a conference call. He proceeded to call the representative (Danielle) from aQity
Research. Director Hobson introduced Danielle to those in attendance.
Alderman Schaefer asked Ms. Danielle if she could discuss the methodology used in revising the
assumptions. Ms. Danielle commented on the three revenue sources that were used in the
proforma. She noted that the revenue sources included membership fees, aquatic program
revenues and rentals such as birthday parties. In addition, they researched the market
penetration using a 10 minute drive time and a 20 minute drive time. They also compared
recreational facilities which offered similar amenities.
The Committee along with the consultants discussed in length the revenues versus expenses with
respect to the indoor pool, outdoor family aquatic center, gymnasium and walking track. Danielle
reported that the consultants had researched the community's demographics and the regional
draw with respect to the proposed amenities. The Committee Members along with the
consultants concluded their discussion regarding the proforma.
Recreation Center Expansion Referendum Ballot Measure Review
Director Hobson reviewed the proposed referendum ballot measure language. The language will
be amended to be more concise and educational. A Motion was made by Alderman Schaefer
and seconded by Alderwoman Condon to briny the amended referendum question to the City
Council for approval. Vote: 3-ayes by unanimous voice vote. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried.
Department Updates
Director Hobson provided the Committee Members with an update on the new boat launch. He
reported that the lights and pay station will be finished by the end of the week.
There was some discussion with respect to the Peterson Farm. Director Hobson continued onto
comment on a large donation recently received from the Buss family. Director Hobson discussed
the upcoming Fiesta Days event. He concluded the department update discussion by reporting
that the Park & Recreation Center Staff is now handling the majority of the park's sale
transactions including memberships and program registrations.
Adjournment
There being no further public business to discuss, a Motion was made by Alderman Devine and
seconded by Alderwoman Condon to adjourn from the public meeting at 5:39 p.m. Roll call:
Vote: 3-ayes by unanimous voice vote. 0-nays, 0-abstained. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Debra Meadows,
Reviewed and approved this,r2 day of u(u5 i 2018.
Alderman'7effery A. Schaefer, Chairperson