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County and city to confer on Simon Recreation Complex after school district declines takeover
Summary
Richland County committee discussed five options to sustain the Simon Recreation Complex after the school district declined responsibility; members recommended coordinating with city leaders and studying short‑term options before deciding.
At the meeting, county staff updated the Executive & Finance Committee on possible next steps for the Simon Recreation Complex after the district study found the school district was not willing to take over the facility.
County staff summarized five options being considered: continued joint city‑county ownership and management, single‑entity ownership, city or county sole operation, transfer to the school district (which declined), a private operator, or a nonprofit. Committee members recommended meeting with city officials, waiting for new municipal leadership to settle in, and assessing near‑term funding needs and large ticket capital items before choosing a path.
The committee asked staff to confirm there are no title restrictions on the property and to develop realistic options for keeping the facility open for the coming year. No formal vote was taken; staff will pursue discussions with the city and return with options.
