Ellensburg Fieldhouse Project (003)

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B *KING �k & ASSOCIATES LTD Recreation Planning and Operations Consultants conservative approach to estimating expenses and revenues and was completed based on the best information available and a basic understanding of the current area operations. The results of the operations analysis indicate that each of the concepts for a facility will not recover 100% of its operating costs through revenue. The operating pro -forma does not include debt service since the funding for this project is yet to be determined. Each of the facilities features a multipurpose room, concessions, support offices, and lobby. Concept A had a multi -court gymnasium and indoor turf. Concept B had a multi -court gymnasium. Concept C had indoor turf. Each of the facilities was approximately 50,000 SF. The focus was on Concept B with 5 courts. Expense — Revenue Comparison Concept B Category Facility Budget Year 3-5 Average) Expense $961,801 Revenue $578,288 Difference $383,513 Cost Recovery 60.1 % Conclusion: The market conditions suggest support for a fieldhouse. The proposed facility, by virtue of the multiple gymnasium space differentiates this facility from any other facility in the region. The space allows for improved health/wellness through walking and fitness programs, expanded toddler activities which are critical to development and additional programs and activities for mental, social and physical engagement. The fieldhouse is ideally positioned to not only improve the quality of the facilities in the area, but also to enhance the quality of life for residents while becoming an identifying landmark to Kittitas County and Central Washington. Weekly participation in active recreation activities from area residents can be expected to be somewhere in the range of 10%-12% of the population which equals approximately 4,355 — 5,225 individuals (based on 2024 population estimates for service area). It is important to program the facility beyond the traditional court sports to appeal to other markets to achieve this level of participation. To substantiate this point, approximately 8% of the population participates in some type of basketball, while other activities such as pickleball and volleyball are lower. Participation is greater for running/jogging, walking for exercise and working out at a club. The success of similar facilities in other areas of the country suggests that these types of centers have been effective in meeting local sport and wellness needs. Without question, a new fieldhouse will enhance the quality of life in the area while improving recreation and wellness opportunities. The proposed center fills the service gaps for a variety of sports, recreation, and expands the wellness access in the community for children, teenagers, families and seniors. A new facility will become a 41 Page