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HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Continued Support for Healthy Life Center RESOLUTION NO. 18-200 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING HEALTHY LIFE CENTER CONCEPT FOR THE CITY OF AMES WHEREAS, representatives from six entities (Mary Greeley Medical Center, Heartland Senior Services, Iowa State University, Des Moines Area Comaxit-ity College, Story County, and the City of Ames) have been meeting for over two years to develop the Healthy Life Center concept; and, WHEREAS, on February 5, the governing bodies and/or representatives from these entities were presented with conceptual drawings, estimated capital costs, and estimated operational expenses and revenues for this facility; this information came from the Planning Study developed by RDG Planning and Design; and, WHEREAS, staff from each entity was asked to discuss with their respective governing body regarding its continued support for this project; therefore, staff is seeking direction from Council regarding its support or non-support for continued involvement with the Healthy Life Center; and, WHEREAS, the Healthy Life Center concept is unprecedented given that six entities have been working together for over two years to develop and promote this holistic approach to living well; and, WHEREAS, multiple presentations have been given throughout the community and the feedback has been very positive, and although there is some resistance from the private sector, staff maintains this facility is will serve a different demographic than what is being served by private sector facilities; and, WHEREAS, to encourage individuals to live a healthy life style, this facility will include amenities such as corrmxmity gardens, a teaching/participation kitchen, warm water aquatic facilities, therapy options provided through Mary Greeley Medical Center, Heartland Senior Services Adult Day Center, and many opportunities for intergenerational interaction. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa, that support for the Healthy Life Center concept is hereby approved, and staff is directed to continue moving forward with the project. ADOPTED THIS 1 Ot' day of April, 2018. �J�.Lia� W d J L,�, Diane R. Voss, City Clerk John . Haila, Mayor Introduced by: Gartin Seconded by: Betcher Voting aye: Beatty-Hansen, Betcher, Corneri, Gartin, Martin,Nelson Voting nay: None Absent: None Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 1 Ot" day of April, 2018.