Report Prepared by: Christopher Jensen, Director, Parks & Community Services
Title
SUBJECT: Consider the Recreation & Parks Commission Recommendation to Award the Use of Stephen Leonard Youth Center to Merced Community College Through a Five-Year Lease Agreement
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the Recreation & Parks Commission recommendation to lease Stephen Leonard Youth Center to Merced Community College through a five-year agreement with a potential to extend another five years.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving a five year Lease Agreement with Merced Community College for use of Stephen Leonard Youth Center with the option to extend an additional five years; and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute necessary documents.
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ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve, as recommend by Staff; or,
2. Approve, subject to other than recommended by Staff; or,
3. Deny; or,
4. Refer to Staff for reconsideration of specific items; or,
5. Continue to a future meeting.
AUTHORITY
Section 200 of the City of Merced Charter.
CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
As provided for in the 2025-2026- FISCAL STABILITY, consider options to add new revenue sources and cost recovery strategies. Leasing City owned properties while expanding community services across Merced.
DISCUSSION
Background
The City of Merced Parks & Community Services Department invited qualified organizations, service providers, and community-focused partners to submit a Request for Interest (RFI) to lease and operate programs and services at the Stephen Leonard Youth Center for youth and their families.
The RFI was open for approximately 1 month. The City was particularly interested in youth development, educational support, family services, workforce development, health and wellness programs, cultural programming, and other community-serving uses that enhance access and promote positive outcomes.
Subcommittee Recommendation
The Recreation and Parks Commission appointed a subcommittee ...
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