Committee advances $5 million “light touch” plan for Community Complex and seeks architects

May 11, 2026

The Building and Grounds Committee voted to begin a qualifications process for architects after Lose Designs proposed a $5 million ‘light touch’ plan that could add a 50,000 sq ft covered arena and a 13,000 sq ft event space; public commenters and event organizers said expanded, covered space would boost attendance and county revenue.

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The Cumberland County Building and Grounds Committee voted May 11 to seek qualifications for architectural services to advance a roughly $5 million “light touch” renovation of the Community Complex that could include a 50,000-square-foot covered arena and a 13,000-square-foot event space.

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