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Wheelhouse operators say facility not financially viable; town to consider RFP, preserve current tenants and specialty uses
Summary
Town staff reported the Wheelhouse sports complex operator lacks a long-term financially feasible model; the town plans public engagement and a possible request for proposals to find new operators while protecting certain current uses and tenants.
Town staff updated the council on the Wheelhouse (formerly the Kors Event Center) on Aug. 28, saying the current licensee told the town it does not have a “long term financially feasible model” to keep operating the facility. The town purchased the building in 2021 and previously allowed the licensee to offset license payments with capital improvements.
Why it matters: The Wheelhouse is used for youth and adult sports, a BMX and RC track, police canine training and lease tenants such as a dance studio; loss of the operator could affect programming, tenants’ investments, and…
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