HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994-04-19 - AGENDA REPORTS - COMMUNITY CENTER (2)AGENDA REPORT
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DATE: April 19.1994
SUBJECT: COMMUNITY CENTER
DEPARTMENT: Parks, Recreation,. and Community Services
Since City inception, alternative activities for at -risk youth have been a topic of discussion within
the Santa Clarita Valley. Concerned residents and merchants, aware of the need for more
alternative recreation programming component's within the Santa Clarita Valley, asked the City
for assistance.
The City of Santa Clarita, through the support and commitment of the City Council, conducted the
Newhall Study. From the input of the Newhall Study and the results of numerous other interviews
with citizens and merchants, it was determined that a community center would significantly benefit
the Newhall area. Furthermore, a community center would significantly enhance and compliment
the efforts of the Anti -gang Task Force, the Community Development Block Grant Program, and
any future redevelopment efforts.
The future community center would have several elements serving a large population base. One
element would be a sub -station for the Santa Clarita Sheriff's Department. A sub -station would
increase accessibility to the department while helping to establish more personal relationships
between the Sheriffs Department, local merchants, and residents. Another element would be the
possible expansion of the Santa Clarita Valley Service Center which would help offer its important
social programs to the Valley residents. There is a possibility for expansion in the community
center for the Newhall area Head Start Program, as well. The final element would be the Santa
Clarita Valley's first boxing program and facility. The boxing facility would be the first of the
elements to be programmed. The facility offers a positive physical activity unique to the Santa
Clarita Valley, while delivering programming targeted to at -risk youth.
Staff has identified the former Chatham Becker building, located at 24406 San Fernando Road,
as the ideal location. The building's size (7,200 square feet), open space, and close proximity
to local neighborhoods and schools make this a favorable locale.
The base cost of the building's lease is $.80 per square foot per month. Staff is currently
negotiating a 3 to 5 year lease.
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Staff will be aggressively seeking corporate sponsorships to help offset equipment costs
(approximately $20,000), as well as depending upon volunteer resources to help offset part-time
staff costs.
RECOMMENDATION
To approve in concept and refer to the City of Santa Clarita's Planning
Government Code 65402, sub -paragraph D,
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