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Brigham City
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Expressed concern that the facility is being called a gymnasium rather than a community center and questioned whether it would truly serve the public.
City Council — September 17, 2026 · 24:36 →Argued that the limited usage hours and high cost do not justify spending $10-12 million on a gym or $500,000 on studies during tough economic times.
City Council — September 17, 2026 · 26:01 →Stated that a gymnasium is a want, not a need like fire, police, or water, and pointed out that similar facilities in other cities require heavy ongoing subsidies.
City Council — September 17, 2026 · 29:34 →Argued that only a small minority of the community would use the gym and suggested the city seek private donations before putting the burden on struggling taxpayers.
Criticized the city for pursuing a gym while raising utility rates and suggested exploring partnerships or building near the natatorium.
City Council — September 17, 2026 · 33:33 →Questioned where the $500,000 for blueprinting would come from if it wasn't in the budget, noting that residents are already struggling with high utility bills.
City Council — September 17, 2026 · 37:01 →Expressed skepticism about the recreation department's ability to run the facility and felt the city was building the cart before the horse.
City Council — September 17, 2026 · 40:30 →Asked if the city had counted existing basketball courts in local schools and church stake centers before deciding a new facility is necessary.
City Council — September 17, 2026 · 42:02 →Encouraged the city to pursue grants and partnerships (like the Kiwanis Club or corporate donors) rather than shouldering the cost alone.
City Council — September 17, 2026 · 43:00 →Returned during general public comment to thank the council and remind them to consider flooring surfaces and avoid duplicating school district facilities.
City Council — September 17, 2026 · 3:00:50 →Reiterated during general public comment that the gym is a desire rather than a need and urged a no vote.
City Council — September 17, 2026 · 3:03:40 →