2C, National Guard Training & Community Center Proposal for the Arden Hills Army Training Site

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The local partner is typically responsible the costs of enhancements or additions to the basic armory facility. Such enhancements may include an upgraded gymnasium floor, additional classroom space, office space, a pool, upgraded finishes, and any sports fields. On occasion, the State will share the cost for certain upgrades that directly benefit the National Guard, such as a larger gymnasium floor. After construction, the City would become responsible for a portion of the operating and maintenance costs. The National Guard does not have a standard agreement; therefore, an agreement would need to be negotiated. Next Steps With Federal funding available to construct the armory, the City will need to make a decision on participating in the initial project by the end of September 2010, which is when the National Guard anticipates making their decision on the funding source. That does not provide much time for the City to identify if or what facilities are needed in a community center, particularly if the City would want an expansion or upgrade of the basic armory building. If the City waits to partner with the National Guard until after the armory is constructed, that would provide more time for the City to determine if and what facilities may be needed. Although the City's ability to customize the building would be reduced and costs may be higher in the future, the City would still have the opportunity to negotiate for use of the building. The National Guard has rented space to communities in a number of their armories throughout Minnesota after construction. The City has been invited to the August charrette to provide ideas on what the City may want included in the armory project. Attending the charrette and providing design ideas does not commit the City to participating in the project. Even if the City does not participate during construction, the ideas shared at the charrette could influence the design so that future additions are more easily accommodated. Attachment A. Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS)Map and AHATS Master Plan B. Cambridge and Faribault TACC Pictures City of Arden Hills City Council Meeting for July 19, 2010 C:I Users isonja.klingbergUppDatalLocallMicrosoftl Windows l Temporary Internet Filesl Content.Outlook IOL2KXYOI071910-CCMemo- AHATS-TA CC(Community Center)Discussion.doc Page 4 of 4