CC MEETING: August 4, 2015
DATE: July 28, 2015
TO: Leonard Martin, City Manager
FROM: Scott Whitaker, Parks and Recreation Director
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Consider A Resolution Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into A Lease Agreement With Blue Sky Sports Center, LP, On City Property.
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BACKGROUND:
The City of Carrollton staff has been finalizing a lease agreement with Blue Sky Sports Center on land next to McInnish Park that is owned by the City. Blue Sky plans to build an indoor, multi-use sport facility with office space, concessions, and other amenities, as well as seven outdoor soccer fields, on approximately 30 acres. They are fully aware of the land’s previous use as a landfill. The lease will be for 30 years with either party having options to extend. Blue Sky will pay the City of Carrollton $30,000 annually.
This quality sports venue next to McInnish Park will be a great addition to the City and to our largest sports complex.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
Blue Sky will pay the City $30,000 annually for the ground lease of approximately 30 acres.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION/ACTION DESIRED:
Staff requests approval for the ground lease with Blue Sky Sports Center, LP.