The St. Joseph City Council meeting on May 6, 2024, highlighted significant developments regarding the community center project, emphasizing the importance of proper donor contributions and relationship building within the community. Kinetic, the organization overseeing the project, reported progress in ensuring that donations are accurately allocated to the intended purposes, specifically for the St. Joseph Community Center.

A key concern raised was the potential for misclassification of donations between the St. Joseph project and the YMCA water park project in St. Cloud. To address this, Kinetic has revised the pledge forms to ensure that all contributions designated for St. Joseph are clearly marked and directed solely to that project. This change aims to eliminate any confusion and ensure that donor intent is respected.

In addition to the procedural updates, the meeting also celebrated the increased commitment from Patty Wetterling, who has transitioned from honorary chair to an active leadership role in the campaign. Wetterling has enlisted a team of four committee members to assist in driving the project forward, highlighting the collaborative effort needed to foster community support.

Kinetic also shared insights from a recent wealth screening, identifying approximately 180 potential donors worth further engagement. This renewed focus on relationship building is seen as crucial for the project's long-term success, ensuring that support continues even after the community center is built.

The committee plans to meet again soon to discuss further recruitment and strategies for enhancing community involvement. The emphasis on cultivating relationships rather than merely transactional interactions reflects a commitment to sustaining community engagement and support for the St. Joseph Community Center project.