Fiscal Note
Under the terms of this five-year agreement, the Northwoods League will pay an annual game rental fee of $15,000 for the first year of operations. This fee will be increased by 4% annually for subsequent years. In addition, the League will pay a utility surcharge of $250 per month, beginning on June 1 of 2006, and increasing by 5% annually for remaining years of the agreement. An electrical surcharge of $200 per month for the months of May through August will also be paid for the use of added refrigeration equipment. In lieu of a capital improvement fee, the League will construct a second concessions building with a value of at least $50,000. The City will retain ownership of any capital improvements. No appropriation is required for the implementation of this agreement, nor is any impact upon cost controls anticipated.
Title
Authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a five (5) year Use Agreement with the Northwoods League and the Madison Mallards Organization for nonexclusive use of Warner Park Stadium.
Body
WHEREAS, The Northwoods League, hereinafter referred to as "League", and the Madison Mallards Organization, hereinafter referred to as "Mallards", have successfully utilized Warner Park Stadium, hereinafter referred to as "Ballpark", to operate a summer collegiate baseball team in Madison, Wisconsin; and
WHEREAS, City believes it is in the public's interest to afford the citizens of the City an opportunity to attend and view baseball games; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to enter into a five (5) year agreement setting forth the terms, conditions and expectations under which the League and the Mallard's are authorized to use the Ballpark; and
WHEREAS, the regular season for the League will be between June 1 and August 15 of each Agreement year, beginning June 1, 2006 and ending on December 31, 2010; and
WHEREAS, the Agreement provides for one five (5) year renewal term upon written agreement as to specific terms and conditi...
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