ResolutiontoApproveAgmt2019PFHorsePark

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The covered arena has always been part of the Horse Park's development master plan, and the City of Cle Hlum Master Plan. The Washington State Horse Park Covered Arena promotes the following goals and priorities of the Kittitas Comity Tourism Infrastructure Plan (see Exhibit 1): Goal 1: Develop integrity of place—This project will enhance Kittitas County's character by developing and improving the venue in distinctive ways to differentiate Kittitas County from other areas and to engender local community pride. In addition to bringing international caliber competitions to the area, many equestrian event organizers have expressed their strong interest in holding some of their large shows at a different, more modem and conducive venue. This market opportunity represents approximately 40 new and expanded medium -to -large size competitions that potentially could be hosted at the Horse Park. Local economic impact is estimated at $4.5 to S5.5 million. • Goal 11: Interpret interactively—The WA State Horse Park Covered Arena and Associated Build -out will attract and engage a unique segment of visitors, representing some 25-34,000 overnight stays. These visitors will learn about other recreational assets of Kittitas County, thereby gaining a richer experience and helping residents develop pride in their locale. The Park's beautiful woodland setting, system of trails, competition facilities and horse -specific operations make it a unique facility in the county and the state. ■ Preliminary Engineering Phase: Estimated Start Date: Site Preparation/Engineering 2016 Estimated End Date: 2019 Please explain phase status (work already completed, in progress, awaiting funding, ete. and factors that may slow phase progress). In 2016, funded by a Distressed County Sales and Use Tax Infrastructure Xmprovement Program grant of $60,000, project design and engineering began and this preliminary phase is now completed. Working with affected horse community leaders and a professional design consultant, Park management invested significant time and attention to defining the right location and overall specifications for the covered arena. Preliminary engineering and cost estimates of the steel structure were developed by a nationally known manufacturer. The arena location is depicted as `Arena 1" on the attached Master Plan. 4. Right of Way Phase: Is It Required? Yes: X No: Please explain phase status (work already Completed, in progress, awaiting finding, etc., and factors that may slow phase progress). The WA State Horse Park has engaged in talks with New Suncadia LLC to obtain an 8 -acre parcel for the purpose of additional parking at the site. The estimated cost of the land is $150,000 included in the project cost. This parcel is not a "go/no-go" requirement of the project, but is considered in its scope. Wadhirom Stale Hasse Perk Distressed County Sales and Use Tax [rant Application pg6125