Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Lease Agreement with Bethany Lutheran College for use of Thomas Park Field 1 and adjacent facilities.

Adoption of the attached resolution

Bethany Lutheran College (BLC) has hosted their softball program at Thomas Park since its re-opening in 2024. Since then, an agreement for the use of the space was made and has ended.
 
BLC utilizes storage space in the main restroom facility and has access to the team rooms and concessions stand. The storage space is rented according to this agreement with storage space rent. BLC is also responsible for a per-game rental fee.
 
The responsibilities of BLC and the City are included in this agreement. BLC is responsible for keeping the facility clean and orderly; maintaining security during their usage of the space; and notifying the City of any needs, problems or broken equipment. The City is responsible for maintaining the field to a safe and playable level; maintaining and cleaning all facilities; and providing access to the facility to BLC. This agreement is written for one term of three years, commencing on January 1, 2026, and concluding on December 31, 2028.
 
Staff recommends adoption of the attached resolution.