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Chairman Rader and Assistant Law Director Crossman spoke about the monthly meetings that <br />will take place between the operator and the City. <br />Assistant Law Director Crossman mentioned that the facility will be self-sustained and that the <br />finances are in line with previousprojections. <br />Director Leininger explained that profit generated for revenue will stay with Winterhurst. <br />Chairman Rader and Assistant Planning Director Baas clarified that the intent is to break even <br />with cost and profit. <br />Assistant Planning Director Baas and Mr. McCarthy of LCI went over the new collaborative <br />model for Winterhurst. Mr. McCarthy explained that the biggest difference with this new model <br />is transparency. <br />Chairman Rader and Councilmember Marx asked about the challenges that LCI is expecting to <br />face. <br />Mr. McCarthy went over changes in perception, community access, and efficiency regarding <br />operations and staff. He also reviewed the detailed financial challenges. Daily meetings have <br />occurred to go over these challenges.Mr. McCarthy mentioned the equipment that Winterhurst <br />was able to hold onto because of the work put in by theLaw Department and Administration. <br />Mr. Sinkewich of LCI spoke about the different programs that will be implemented to shift <br />Winterhurst away from a for-profit entity. He mentioned the inclusion of an Open Skate, which <br />the facility hadn’t had in over 10 years. Mr. Sinkewich also went over the issues of the previous <br />management of the building, including cleanliness and aesthetic. <br /> <br />Chairman Rader expressed his appreciation for the community focus of the building. <br /> <br />Councilmember Baker and Mr. McCarthy went over an estimate of the amount of time each <br />member of the operating team will spend at the facility. Mr. McCarthy went over staff <br />development. Staff at Winterhurst will meet with LCI weekly and there will be monthly <br />meetings with the entire team. <br /> <br />Chairman Rader confirmed with Assistant Law Director Crossmanthat the operating contract <br />will last 5 years with an opportunity for a 1-year extension. <br />Motion by Chairman Rader, seconded by Councilmember Baker to refer S. Resolution 2023-31 <br />to Full Council. All in favor. Motion passed. <br />Public Works & Sustainability was adjourned without objection at 6:47 p.m. <br />2 <br />