Medina to seek state capital funds for 7,200‑sq. ft. field house; recreation center pledges about $500,000

The Medina City Council approved a resolution authorizing the Recreation Center to apply for a state capital budget grant to construct an approximately 7,200‑square‑foot field house addition, with a total project estimate of $3,394,000.

Parks and Recreation Director Jansen Worley told council the center engaged Fanning & Howie to complete a feasibility study and that Medina City Schools reviewed the proposal and passed a supporting resolution. “If we’re awarded funding, the recreation center would be pledging approximately $500,000 toward the project,” Worley said. The center will also pursue local foundation grants to cover remaining costs.

Council discussion clarified funding strategy but did not commit the city-at-large to additional dollars beyond the rec center’s pledge. Council approved the resolution to submit the grant application; council recorded one abstention because the member’s employer is Medina City Schools, creating a potential appearance of conflict. The motion passed with five votes in favor and one abstention.

If funded, the project would add indoor field space for community and school use; the resolution approved was an application to seek capital budget funding and did not appropriate construction funds. Council and staff said further project steps — including final design, bidding and construction contracts — would return to council for separate approvals.