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Commission weighs feasibility of 50–80 acre community park; favors passive search and upgrades to existing fields
Summary
Commissioners discussed a long‑running proposal for a large community sports park (50–80 acres), cost uncertainty, CDAA offers and whether to increase the levy for land acquisition; the commission decided to continue a passive search for land and focus on upgrading existing fields if CDAA funding is limited.
Commissioners held an extended discussion about whether Dayton should pursue a large community park — estimates discussed ranged from roughly $5 million for land at the low end to $50–70 million for a full buildout, depending on site and scope — and whether the city should actively pursue 50–80 acres for a regional sports complex.
Speakers said the Community Development Authority (CDA/A) has approached the city with interest in supporting a buildout and that the CDAA’s participation in Dayton has increased as the city has attracted younger…
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