Council approves MOU with Oldsmar Little League for batting cages at sports complex
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Council approved a memorandum of understanding enabling construction of batting cages at Oldsmar Sports Complex Field No. 7; funding includes a $13,000 Clearwater For Youth grant, $13,000 raised by the league, and city commitments and budget revision for remaining costs.
The Oldsmar City Council on Aug. 5 approved a memorandum of understanding with Oldsmar Little League to construct a batting cage adjacent to Field No. 7 at the Oldsmar Sports Complex. City staff said Oldsmar Little League applied for and received a matching grant from Clearwater For Youth that provided $13,000 toward construction. The league conducted fundraising to match that $13,000 and has already provided a check to the city. The city approved a budget revision at its June 2 meeting to provide funding for the project; staff said construction costs above the combined $39,000 commitment from the three partners will be funded by the city. Staff noted two administrative edits to the MOU: the term will end on Dec. 31, 2026 (not 2025), and notices in the agreement will be sent to the Little League’s new board president, Damian Condrodas, who will sign the agreement. Staff also said the MOU will document a donation from Oldsmar Little League to the city in the amount of $26,000 to assist with funding the project. The council moved, seconded and approved the MOU by voice vote. Construction will proceed under the contract and city staff will coordinate with league representatives on notices and next steps.