Summary
Reopening the Kulick Center is estimated at $6-7.6 million due to failed major systems from flooding and vacancy. Purchase negotiations are ongoing with no FY27 cost impact yet; more analysis is due before FY27 starts.
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Last discussed Mar 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Reopening could run $6-7.6 million on top of the purchase price, still being negotiated.
Residents who want a restored community center and recreation programming.
Taxpayers bear the purchase and repair costs, and deferred maintenance raises the price the longer the city waits.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Budget Workshop - Mar 21, 2026
Reopening the Kulick Center is estimated at $6-7.6 million due to failed major systems from flooding and vacancy. Purchase negotiations are ongoing with no FY27 cost impact yet; more analysis is due before FY27 starts.
City Council - Strategic Planning Workshop - Feb 28, 2026
The city closed the Kulick Center after a 2021 storm exposed roof and structural damage. Schools now want an outright purchase at fair market value instead of a land swap, and council asked staff for minimum reopen costs, operating costs, and long-term roof/boiler fix plans before the March budget session.
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