Community Center Facts

How much will it cost to build the community center and pool, and how will it be funded? Total estimated cost for the Community Center is $14 million. Bond cost is $10 million. City will receive approximately $3 million in mitigation funds. Approximately $1 million from REET finds.

How long is the bond term? Twenty Years

What will be required to pass the bond proposition? Proposition must be approved by 60% of yes voters. Proposition must be approved by 60% of yes voters. Voter turn out must equal 40 % of the voters who cast ballots in the last November election. Voter turn out must equal 40 % of the voters who cast ballots in the last November election.

Where would the community center be located? Snoqualmie Community Park, SE Ridge Street Property was provided by the developer.

Why locate the facility on Snoqualmie Ridge? Developers paid mitigation for a Community Center for development impact. Developers paid mitigation for a Community Center for development impact. Community Center needs to be in the most densely populated area. Community Center needs to be in the most densely populated area. Will be anchor for business area. Will be anchor for business area.

Are the projected maintenance and operation (M&O) costs the responsibility of the taxpayers? No. No. YMCA will maintain and operate. YMCA will maintain and operate. No maintenance and operation levy. No maintenance and operation levy. Bond is for construction of the building only. Bond is for construction of the building only.

What is the total cost of construction to an average tax payer a month? Assessed Value Cost per Month (approx.) $200K$5.00 $300K$7.50 $400K$10.00 $500K$12.50

What amenities would be included in the community center? Community Center is 30,000 sq. ft. Community Center is 30,000 sq. ft. Youth and family gym. Youth and family gym. Pool. Pool. Cardio and free weight room. Cardio and free weight room.

What amenities would be included in the community center? Continued General office. Reflection room (yoga, Pilates, etc.) Multi-purpose room. Youth club room. Teen center. child watch room. Lobby Locker rooms, restroom, air handling, HVAC, staff offices, hallways, gathering areas etc.

Why does Snoqualmie need a pool when there is already one in North Bend? Si View Metropolitan District has a small pool. Pool facility programs are getting maximum use. Snoqualmie Valley can support another pool.

Why the YMCA The Mission: Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind and body. The YMCA has been in existence in Seattle for over 130 years – we currently operate out of 12 facilities, 2 Resident Camps (Camp Orkila and Camp Coleman) and numerous program centers/sites. The YMCA is a proven organization with proven community resources in leadership (volunteers & staff). The YMCA is fiscally responsible.

What will the YMCA bring to Your Community? Jobs: We will create between 75 – 100 new jobs in Snoqualmie Community Gathering Place Aquatic Safety: Our children will learn how to swim in this pool Health & Well being Activities for youth, teens, adults and seniors

What will the YMCA bring to our community? (continued) Programs for our Children: Childcare, movement exercise, youth sports, art, dance Teen Programs: Leadership & Service, recreation, health and wellness, sports and new adventures. Family Programs: Y-Adventure Guides, Family play-time, Family Swims, Family Nights, Birthday Parties

Your YMCA Community Center Imagine… Aquatic Center featuring a pool for lap swimming, aquatic classes and youth and older adult programs Youth & Family Gym for basketball, volleyball and youth sports leagues Dynamic Family Area for children and families to interact together Youth Development Center with safe opportunities for youth and teens to interact with caring adults during out of school time

Membership/Program Study The YMCA recently concluded a market research study for the Snoqualmie Valley. What did we find out? –Approximately 1050 individuals and Families will join from both the City of Snoqualmie and the Snoqualmie Valley –70% of those joining will be families –Youth and Family programs are critical –The pool is essential

YMCA Benefits for Snoqualmie Residents No Joining Fee’s Priority Registration for all Programs Y~Bucks: Every year YMCA facility members will receive between $25 - $50 in Y~Bucks to be used towards membership fee’s or a program of your choice. Snoqualmie Night at Your YMCA: Open to all residents of Snoqualmie – No Charge Community Meeting Room – No Charge

YMCA of Greater Seattle Membership Rates (10/1/08) Monthly DuesJoining Fee’s Youth$25$25 Teen$27$50 Adult$55$100 Adult Couple$85$125 Senior$47$75 Single Adult Family $68$100 Family$93$125

Thank YOU YMCA kids at Play!