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Allen council approves $264,280 fitness equipment purchase for Joe Farmer Recreation Center

City of Allen City Council · January 13, 2026
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Summary

Council approved a $264,280 purchase to replace and expand fitness equipment at Joe Farmer Recreation Center, doubling cardio capacity and converting one racquetball court for strength equipment; staff expect an April installation and May programming tied to the center’s 30th anniversary.

The council approved item 5.9 authorizing purchase of fitness equipment for Joe Farmer Recreation Center to replace end-of-life machines and add capacity. Parks/recreation staff reported the facility serves about 3,200 members and currently has three treadmills; the purchase would double cardio capacity and relocate strength equipment into…

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