In a recent meeting held by the City Council of Sunbury, Ohio, members discussed the progress and future steps for the Eastern Delaware County Joint Recreation District (JRD) project. This meeting served as a kickoff with the Bizzuti team, who will be leading the development of the community center.

Key discussions included the establishment of a steering committee that will facilitate ongoing communication and updates regarding the project. The committee plans to hold biweekly calls to address technical aspects and gather necessary information. Additionally, a significant community meeting is scheduled for November 12, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at the Berkshire Township Town Hall. This meeting aims to engage residents directly, soliciting their feedback on what they envision for the community center. An online survey will also be launched around the same time to further gather public input.

The meeting highlighted the importance of stakeholder engagement, with various community groups identified for outreach. Council members emphasized the need to include diverse perspectives, particularly from local sports organizations and the senior community, which may have different usage patterns for the facility throughout the day.

Another focal point was the benchmarking of similar facilities in nearby communities, such as Brookshire and Galena, to inform the planning process. The steering committee is expected to visit these facilities to gather insights on programming and operational strategies.

As the project progresses, the council aims to ensure that communication with the community remains transparent and inclusive. The upcoming community meeting is seen as a crucial step in fostering positive relationships and gathering valuable input from residents, which will ultimately shape the future of the JRD project.