Star Tribune Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:54:25 GMT
Rosemount athletic complex hops forward
The land for the proposed fields, playground and other amenities was donated last year by Flint Hills Resources. Rosemount residents could vote this spring on an $8 million bond issue for an outdoor athletic complex that officials hope will help the city keep pace with its booming population. The City Council will decide next month whether to ask voters to give thumbs up or down on funding for the proposed complex, envisioned as 10 athletic fields on 57 acres that could host a wide variety of sports and tournaments. A referendum could be held in April. If voters approve the project, grading on the site could begin this summer and Rosemount's young athletes could be playing there by 2010, said Dan Schultz, city parks and recreation director. ... Rosemount's population in 2006 was estimated at 20,500, representing a 40 percent increase in six years. Youth athletic programs currently use school and city facilities but occasionally are forced to move to other communities. Sometimes teams must be downsized, or playing seasons shortened, because of limited facilities, Schultz said. [emphasis added throughout]
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