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EGty1� ,.,�� Request for Action <br /> River <br /> To Item Number <br /> Mayor and City Council 10.4 <br /> Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by <br /> Discussion August 6, 2018 Cal Portner, City Administrator <br /> Item Description Reviewed by <br /> Recreation Facilities Alternative LOST Option Michael Hecker, Parks and Recreation Director <br /> Discussion Reviewed by <br /> Justin Femrite, Public Works Director <br /> Action Requested <br /> Discuss and provide direction for alternative recreation improvements. <br /> Background/Discussion <br /> On July 16, 2018, the City Council approved a resolution for a general election ballot question requesting <br /> a Local Option Sales Tax to fund $35 million in recreation improvements and additions. <br /> Throughout the discussion, the Council indicated a desire for a fall back plan if the referendum failed. <br /> Three facilities need major system improvements,Activity Center 55+, Elk River Ice Arena, and Lions <br /> Park Center. The Council should consider either committing to funding some or all of the needs through <br /> property taxes or removing the facilities from the city inventory. <br /> The Council's decision is important to communicate precisely what the impact will be as a result of a'yes' <br /> or 'no' vote on the Local Option Sales Tax referendum. <br /> Financial Impact <br /> N/A <br /> Attachments <br /> ■ None <br /> The Elk River Vision <br /> A wehoMing community withrevolutionary and spirited resourcefulness, exceptional POWERED By <br /> service, and community engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity INAWRE1 <br />