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Board reviews Safari Island lease and shared-use agreements; members seek clarifications

WACONIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT School Board Work Session · February 9, 2026
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Summary

Superintendent Gersich summarized questions about the Community Center Lease and Shared Use Agreement for Safari Island; board members requested examples of other shared-space arrangements, confirmation about a named EDA, and whether amendments exist.

Superintendent Gersich summarized the board’s outstanding questions on Feb. 9 about the Community Center Lease Agreement and the Shared Use Agreement related to Safari Island.

Board member Rosin asked for examples of other cities and districts that use shared spaces similar to the Safari Island arrangement. Board member Amott asked whether the economic development authority (EDA) referenced in the agreement still exists. Board member Bergstrom asked whether any amendments have been made since the agreement and lease were first approved.

Gersich said the summary of questions will be reviewed further at future meetings; no vote or amendment was taken at the work session and no financial figures were presented. The board directed staff to gather additional information and examples so the agreements can be discussed in more depth at a later meeting.