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Sportsplex posts steady revenue; international roller hockey tournament and summer events expected to boost FY26
Summary
Sportsplex (TSX) managers told council the facility is operating with a modest surplus and that one large international roller-hockey tournament plus other bookings should improve next year’s revenue. Staff said event-driven revenue and concessions contributed to higher activity this year.
City staff reported a modestly positive operating position at the Taylor Sportsplex (TSX) during the budget workshop and described several large, upcoming events that staff expect to boost future revenue.
Thomas (Sportsplex manager) told council the center’s point-of-sale and scheduling systems show more than $1.2 million in gross revenue for the fiscal year to date; he said some hockey tournaments and late-arriving receipts were not yet captured in the printed reports but that the updated total is north of $1.2 million. “We still have some money outstanding, some hockey tournaments still to come through,” Thomas said.
Staff highlighted 1 major upcoming attraction: an international roller-hockey tournament running July 22–August 4, which Thomas said draws teams from up to six continents and can run roughly 900 games over the two weeks while using multiple arenas. Council and staff said the tournament draws no admission for spectators but produces strong concession and hotel activity that should increase next year’s local economic impact.
Sportsplex staffing and programming: Thomas said the center is filling more middle-management and program positions (he reported an assistant manager hire was imminent and that a marketing role remains open) and that new programming — DJ skate nights, expanded tournaments, and greater use of in-house party and event spaces — is expanding usage. He said the facility is nearly fully staffed for the coming season and that part-time turnover is expected to be manageable.
Capital and operations: Council and staff discussed building maintenance questions such as exterior door corrosion and the condition of party and rental spaces; Thomas said routine maintenance and pre-bid work for building systems (boilers, the walk-in freezer at the senior center that he described as CDBG-funded elsewhere in the agenda) are in progress. Staff also noted the Sportsplex’s positive role in community programming (roller hockey, inline leagues, youth events) as a driver for revenue and community engagement.
Speakers - Thomas — Sportsplex manager (government) - Jason — city budget/finance staff (government)
Discussion vs. decision - Discussion: FY25 results, year-to-date revenue, major upcoming events (international roller-hockey tournament), staff vacancies and maintenance items. - Decision: No formal votes taken during the session on Sportsplex items.
Clarifying details - Reported revenue: “north of $1,200,000” year-to-date (Thomas). - Major event: international roller-hockey tournament July 22–August 4; projected 900 games over two weeks and teams from multiple continents (Thomas).
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