11.3 SR 06-05-2023
Request for Action
To Item Number
Mayor and City Council 11.3
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
Work Session June 5, 2023 Joe Stremcha, Assistant City Administrator
Item Description Reviewed by
Elk River Athletic Fields Analysis and Findings Cal Portner, City Administrator
Reviewed by
Action Requested
Receive information, discuss, and provide direction.
Background/Discussion
The Elk River Parks and Recreation Athletic Fields Study was completed in March of 2023. The report identified
historic field utilization, capacity constraints and made projections for long-term athletic field needs to support
programing growth within our community.
Team members will discuss the long-term expansion of our athletic complexes with an emphasis on the Youth
Athletic Complex and prioritize our efforts. Further, staff will offer insight and answer questions related to
programming limitations, field capacity issues, etc.
Financial Impact
Long-term Capital Improvement Planning for Active Elk River, Park Dedication Fund, and Park Improvement
Funds
Mission/Policy/Goal
Opportunity to live, work and play
Attachments
Presentation with key findings and recommendations.
The Elk River Vision
A welcoming community with revolutionary and spirited resourcefulness, exceptional
service, and community engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity.
Updated: January 2023
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DISCUSSION/QUESTIONS