COMMUNITY IMPACT
Together, community leaders are taking bold steps to revitalize our community, boost the economy, and serve people now and into the future.
BUILDING FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS
The city and several community partners recognize all Fairmont has to offer. There is potential for this community, including surrounding communities, to continue to expand offerings and be a place where people choose to live, work, and visit.
The Community Center is one of many strategic tactics towards economic and community development.
- A strong recruitment and retention tool for young families.
- Boost local economy through hosting recreational tournaments which generates visitors likely to spend money in our town during their visit.
- Instill inclusivity by being accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds.
- Keep children active, safe, and healthy through programming, camps, child care, and recreational activities.
- Promote healthy aging for older adults by giving them a place to come together for fellowship and activity.
THE LOCATION
The Fairmont Area Community Center will be located on the land between State Street and Johnson Street. The lot is next to Mayo Clinic and close to Fairmont Jr/Sr High School.
This site is centrally located within the community and is close to many other community amenities and resources. Additionally, the land is to be donated by MCHS Fairmont, and has basic infrastructure already present which saves on project costs.
The central location will make the Community Center easily accessible to the entire city, while drawing visitors to the parks, restaurants, attractions and other businesses in the heart of the Fairmont.
PROJECT UPDATES
Community Center Legal Case Swiftly Dismissed
St. Paul, MN, Friday March 29, 2024. The legal case brought forth by the group “Fairmont Taxpayers Coalition for Government Transparency” (Coalition) against the City of Fairmont has been thrown out of Federal court and dismissed. In less than 25 minutes, the...
Community Center Comes to Life, but May Face Delay
Finalized design images for the new YMCA Community Center were recently released by the Fairmont Area Community Center Foundation (FACC). Yet, in light of recent City litigation, the Community Center Construction faces potential delays. The new drawings show the most...
Design images for upcoming YMCA
The Foundation is excited to share the design images for the upcoming YMCA community center, marking a significant milestone in the project's development. These images highlight key areas throughout the facility. The lobby displays a welcoming ambiance, designed to be...