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Council seeks contract by Aug. 15 for NICC field use; staff to draft terms and fee recommendation
Summary
Council members discussed NICC's possible move in 2027 and whether to require a signed agreement by mid-August 2026; staff was asked to draft a one-year interim contract and recommend charges to cover field operating costs.
Council and parks staff reviewed readiness for NICC to use local fields and agreed the city should seek a written agreement to clarify expectations and fees. Council members said NICC could play on the field in its current condition, but several of the improvements NICC prefers (padded fences, warning-track service, nets, other amenities) are preferential not strictly required. Parks staff estimated typical annual light/water/maintenance costs could approach $10,000, while current charges to external users were cited at $2,500 per year.
Council members expressed concern about giving extended notice without firm commitments and discussed a path forward: ask staff to prepare a contract that could cover one season, define minimum improvements, and propose a fee schedule. One councilmember suggested a deadline of Aug. 15, 2026, for a signed agreement or a short-term interim lease so the city and NICC can plan for fall 2027. Parks staff also flagged upgrades tied to an upcoming semi-pro all-star game and planned painting/scoreboard fixes.
Stacy and Josh were asked to produce a written contract proposal and cost recommendations for council review; council did not take a final vote but signaled support for moving quickly to provide NICC clarity if they intend to use the fields.
