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I I I Council Meeting Minutes July 11, 1989 Page 7 Council Business, continued It was identified that leisure demands generally fall into five basic human needs categories being: social, physical, mental, cultura 1, and outdoors. In additi on, age, gender, income, education and employment all contribute to these leisure patterns. Between 1990 and 2000 in New Brighton there will be a substantial increase in population in the 25-44 and 45-75 age groups. These age groups appear to be the highest demand group for recreational activities in a community center. As aging occurs, more demand is placed on social activities and less on sports. The community attitude survey found residents favor exercise, swimming, skating and gymnasium facilities. The survey also indicated a strong use factor for social/educational facilities including classrooms, senior center and community theater. Organizations expressed needs for meeting room space, banquet needs, conference facilities and gymnasium. Swimming is a growing activity with 70% of the 15-25 year olds indicating they would use a swimming pool. However, a large portion of adults enjoy leisure pools. Ice skating is declining, although still organizationally strong in Minnesota. A review of available ice arenas shows a gap of service for New Brighton and area high schools who need "home" ice. The multi-jurisdictional nature of use would suggest a cooperative venture with New Brighton, school districts and other area communities. A multi-purpose center would create a focal point within the community. Some retail services which might be considered in conjunction with a center may include: child and adult care, travel services, information services, health information, restaurant, library, financial counseling, licenses and permits, medical and dental services, video information center and educational services. The National Guard Armory warrants consideration as part of the community center because of the availability of joint use facilities at a potentia 11 y reduced cost, but the city needs to cons i der compatibility of image and the impact of priority use and control by the National Guard. Gunderman noted the potenti a 1 for shared use costs wi th school districts and bordering cities. Council Business Community Center Task Force Report Report 89-183