Edward Waters University track improvements funding revision

Recommended

NCSPHS Amend/Approve 6-0; Rules Committee Amend/Approve 5-0; introduced by CM Carrico.

Debated

The ordinance revises the term sheet with Edward Waters University previously approved by Ord. 2025-781-E to provide funding not to exceed $2,000,000 for the planning, design, and permitting of an NCAA-compliant 400-meter track and walking path rather than the originally proposed Living, Learning Community Center. Key protections include a 10% retainage of City funds until project completion and full repayment of City funds if the project is not completed by the 12/31/28 deadline. The bill also explicitly bars City funds from being applied to EWU's residence hall or any other component of the university's broader capital project. CM Arias asked to be added as a co-sponsor.

Decided

PASSED. Emergency/Amend/Approve, unanimous.