Title
John Humphrey Update - Discussion Only
History
The athletic fields at the John Humphrey Complex have been in need of grading and irrigation improvements returning the complex to the maintained standards. In anticipation of the improvements, a topographical survey and grading plan was performed to aid in the improvements to the area.
Funding for a master plan and improvements are proposed in the FY2018 budget. Several concepts have been discussed regarding the future amenities that would be offered at the complex within the budgetary allotment for the project.
This is an opportunity for the entire committee to be brought up to speed regarding the project status.
On December 4, 2017, this item was reviewed by the Parks & Recreation Committee. The discussion was to explore options for an alternative, temporary location of the football programs until a new, permanent home is developed. Several options and suggestions regarding locations were explored. This item was then referred to the Village Board of Trustees for review.
On December 18, 2017, this item was reviewed by the Board of Trustees where the Board motioned to postpone the relocation of the community football programs from the Humphrey complex. Staff was direct to undertake a more comprehensive planning review of the various needs of the sports programs and to develop a long-term conceptual redevelopment plan (with options) to be presented to the Village Board for future consideration with a status update at the Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting on February 5, 2018.
This item is now before the Parks & Recreation Committee with a status update.
Financial Impact
None
Recommended Action/Motion
Discussion-only.