SUBJECT:
Title
2025 Performing Arts Center (PAC) Feasibility Study Report
Department
DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation
Presenter
PRESENTER(S): Luke Bolinger, Director of Parks & Recreation
Stacey McMath, Senior Consultant, Webb Mgmt
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Chris Wineman, Principal, Semple Brown
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Time
TIME ESTIMATE: 60 minutes
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Fiscal
FISCAL SUMMARY:
N/A
Policy
POLICY ISSUES:
While there are no immediate policy implications, the construction and operation of a Performing Arts Center (PAC) would carry significant long-term policy considerations for the Town. A facility of this type would require Town Council to establish future direction on funding mechanisms for both capital construction and ongoing operations, including acceptable subsidy levels.
Recommendation
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
None - presentation only.
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SUMMARY/KEY POINTS
* Presentation of the Performing Arts Center feasibility study findings, assessing market demand, facility needs, and alignment with Town goals.
* Council will need to consider long-term policy direction on funding mechanisms, governance structure, and integration with the Town Center development.
* No immediate actions are required, but future decisions will determine the project's scope, timing, and operational model.
BACKGROUND OF SUBJECT MATTER:
In the 2023 Community Survey, the Town asked: "As part of the Town Center project, in addition to a small/medium size grocery store and a hotel, the Town Center plans call for a Civic Building. Please indicate your level of support for the following civic uses in this location." Options included:
? Performing/Cultural Arts Center
? Museum
? Town Government Office Space
? Multi-Purpose Center
? Teen and/or Older Adult Center
Respondents ranked the Performing/Cultural Arts Center highest for overall support at 87%, followed by the Multi-Purpose Center at 85%. The next question asked if residents would support a tax or bond measure to fund the civic services, and 5...
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