Community Activity Center Improvements Overview
The Community Activity Center, located at 5600 85th Avenue in Brooklyn Park, was built in 1983 and attracts over 350,000 residents, visitors, and others each year.
Brooklyn Park’s growing population has led to higher demand of CAC offerings and space. To address these needs, City leaders began exploring ways to better utilize existing space, as well as options for expansion. In 2018, CAC improvements were included in the $26 million Park Bond Referendum. Residents approved the referendum in November 2018. The plan resulting from the 2018 Park Bond Referendum focuses on enhancing the customer experience by improving the front entry, customer service desk, and public bathrooms.
Following the referendum, City leaders explored a possible partnership with the YMCA, but the partnership dissolved in the wake of COVID-19 impacts.
In 2022, City leaders began exploring additional ways to serve residents, including the addition of courts and the potential conversion of an ice rink. City leaders requested funds in the 2023 Legislative Session, which resulted in an additional $5 million to aid in the conversion of one of the ice rinks. Following robust conversation throughout 2023, the City Council directed staff to explore alternate options for the CAC remodel. In the 2024 Legislative Session, City leaders are requesting an amendment to the approved language allowing for other options to create multi-purpose court space at the CAC with the $5 million appropriated in 2023. At present, the City Council has reviewed the most up-to-date information on costs and potential options pending the outcome of the legislative request.
Community Meeting
You're invited to learn more about the Community Activity Center Improvements Project! City staff will present information on potential options, providing you with an opportunity to express your opinions. The City Council is expected to revisit the project options later this spring.
Thursday, March 7, 2024
6:30-8:00 p.m.
Community Activity Center, Gardenview Room
5600 85th Ave N Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
Join virtually on our Facebook live!
Snacks will be served.
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Questions?
Brad Tullberg
Director of Recreation & Parks
brad.tullberg@brooklynpark.org
763-493-8344
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