Community Center

The Richfield Community Center hosts hundreds of community members each week and attracts visitors from across the city and around the region, for wellness, fitness and tax programs as well as other activities. Originally built as a public library, the 63-year-old building lacks the space and updated equipment to support the range of community programs and activities desired by residents.

• The anticipated goal is to begin engagement and planning work (similar to the process undertaken with Wood Lake Nature Center) for a new community center in 2026. This would be followed by the drafting of the plan, with construction beginning sometime in the next five to seven years.

• According to a recent project estimate, if construction begins in 2030, the cost of a new community center building could reach $65 million. In addition to the $45 million from the sales tax to pay for this project, the city will pursue additional funding sources, including state bonding money, grants and sponsorships.