Title:
Memorial Stadium Update
Summary
ACTION:
1) Receive an update and provide direction regarding renovations to American Legion Memorial Stadium and the potential partnership (cost sharing) model; and
2) Approve FY2018 Authorization Park and Recreation Capital Project Ordinance in the amount of $32,000,000
Staff Contact: Mark Foster, Assistant County Manager
Presentation: Yes
BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION:
Mecklenburg County owns and operates a facility known as the American Legion Memorial Stadium which was acquired from the City as a part of the 1992 agreement to merge and consolidate the City Recreation Department into the County Park & Recreation Department.
Mecklenburg County has been in collaborative discussions with the Charlotte Independence regarding a long-term tenant lease at a renovated, American Legion Memorial Stadium. It has also had preliminary discussions with the City of Charlotte / CRVA regarding a possible capital investment. Staff has analyzed the cost and event availability of using natural turf versus synthetic turf and is prepared to make a recommendation. Board members will receive an update on these opportunities and will be asked to approve a $32 million capital project ordinance to renovate American Legion Memorial Stadium.
PROCUREMENT BACKGROUND:
N/A
POLICY IMPACT:
N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
$32 Million