Recreational Facility Improvement Project History

Recreational Facility Improvements Listening Sessions

In an effort to solicit community feedback regarding the status and future of city recreational facilities, the City Council hosted community listening sessions to hear your questions, suggestions, and concerns. These listening sessions were open to the public. 

Saturday, May 5, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.                               Listening Session #1 Public Comments
Trott Brook Barn, 18294 Trott Brook Parkway

Thursday, May 10, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.                            Listening Session #2 Public Comments
Handke Center, 1170 Main Street NW

Wednesday, May 16, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.                          Listening Session #3 Public Comments
YMCA, 13337 Business Center Drive NW

Monday, May 21, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.                                Listening Session #4 Public Comments
City Hall, 13065 Orono Parkway

Wednesday, May 23, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m.                        Listening Session #5 Public Comments
The Bank of Elk River, 630 Main Street NW
(co-hosted with the Elk River Area Chamber of Commerce)

City Council Information Relating to the Recreational Facility Improvements

Additional Background Information

Project FAQ's

History of the Elk River Ice Arena and Ice Arena Project

Community Center Feasibility Study: Council Adopted July 2016

Project Renderings - February 5, 2018

Project Renderings - February 15, 2018

Recreational Facility Options - May 4, 2018

Lion John Weicht Park Renderings - May 8, 2018

Local Option Sales Tax Study Report - May 2018