Motion approved to seek $42 million bond for sports tourism complex

Members at a parish meeting voted to ask administration to call an election on Nov. 3, 2026, seeking authorization of $42,000,000 in general-obligation bonds to support a proposed sports tourism complex.

The project was described by a presenter as an approximately 80,000-square-foot indoor facility that could include courts and fields for basketball, about 25 volleyball courts, wrestling and cheer competitions. "It would address the growing demand for quality ... and provide a lasting asset," the presenter said, adding that the study is not complete and that officials would supply the full study and additional details to committee members.

Committee members emphasized the timing and local benefits. One member urged urgency to preserve the option of placing the measure on the November ballot, saying, "we have to act now," and arguing the proposed facility could be a unique tourist asset rather than duplicating other municipalities’ projects. Another member said the proposal is not a tax increase and predicted roughly $4,000,000 in direct revenue, adding it could create opportunities for juveniles and families.

At the meeting a committee member moved "to request administration, to see if we're calling an election for 11/03/2026 to issue $42,000,000 in general obligation." The motion was seconded in the record and, after a roll call, was recorded as carrying with four votes in support and one absence. Meeting staff said administration will start outreach (including contact with the school board) and will provide the full study and bullet points to the committee.

Details remain provisional: presenters repeatedly described the study as preliminary and supplied a range of cost and scale estimates during the discussion. Officials said they would return with the completed study and precise ballot language before any final voter question is set.