What is the Collaborative Community Center (CCC) Project and who proposed it?
Driven by a jointly developed mission and vision, the CCC is a welcoming space for teens and all other generations that is being proposed through a collaborative process involving the School District of Holmen, the Town of Holland, the Town of Onalaska and the Village of Holmen.
Is the CCC a continuation of the work of the Holmen Area Partnership for Youth?
Yes and no. Following the deaths of several local teens, a group of citizens formed the Holmen Area Partnership for Youth (HAPY) in an effort to provide a safe and nurturing place for our young people to go. In 2006, a needs assessment was conducted which supported the idea of bringing such a place to Holmen. A part time center was opened in 2007 and during the next five years, over 100 young people attended on a regular basis. Outgrowing the space prompted a deeper look at the needs of our community and it was determined that a combined effort that served all citizens would provide the greatest opportunity for sustainability. Working together to meet the needs of all populations in our community simply makes the most sense so HAPY has now become the CCC.
What is the mission and vision of the Collaborative Community Center Project?
Mission: “To sustain a welcoming community center that connects all generations.”
Vision: “To promote hospitality, respect for all generations, and community pride through purposeful programming that enriches the lives of both young and old and everyone in between. It is our intent to create a model that will define roles and expectations to the extent that future collaborations will be celebrated and endorsed.”
Who are the members of the Collaborative Community Center focus committee?
The CCC Committee membership was formed by interest, representation, and energy. The following individuals have been meeting since April, 2013 as a collaborative body whose focus is the development of a community center that will serve all citizens:
School District of Holmen: Jay Clark, Dale Carlson, Cheryl Hancock
Student Representative: Joseph Schaub
Town of Holland: David Carlson, Robert Stupi
Town of Onalaska: Rolly Bogert, Gerry Monti
Village of Holmen: Scott Heinig, Nancy Proctor
At Large: Larry Dittman, Laurie Kessler, Dan McHugh, Kristina Schoh, Mary Lin Wershofen
Facilitators: Rick Kyte & Tom Thibeadeau, Viterbo University
What facilities will be included in the Collaborative Community Center?
Tentative concept designs propose an addition to the existing Holmen High School which would include: a gym featuring an indoor walking track; flexible multi-purpose rooms that can be used for meeting space, instruction or social gatherings; a community room that includes a kitchen; a recreation/gathering space for youth; a technology center; and a music recording room.
Why is the Collaborative Community Center Project being built on School District of Holmen ground?
First and foremost an addition to the Holmen High School allows for the greatest use of the building at all hours of the day. It is centrally located and very visible to the public. This location is readily accessible by foot, bike or automobile and utilizes public services already in place which make it the most cost effective choice. This site is also already bought and paid for by the taxpayers and does not remove property from the current tax rolls which promotes long term sustainability.
Who will own and operate the Collaborative Community Center?
Ownership and operation of the CCC will be shared by the three municipalities (Holland, Holmen, and Onalaska) and the land will be provided through a lease agreement with the School District of Holmen.
How will the Collaborative Community Center be governed?
Because of its collaborative nature, the CCC will be governed by a board of trustees. The members of this joint board will consist of one member designated by each of the contributing partners with three additional members (one from each municipality) selected jointly by the partners acting in good faith. The site director and representative from potential contracted partners (i.e., YMCA, Gundersen) will also attend the meetings as non-voting members. The purpose of this board of trustees will be to advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and assist with the leadership and general promotion of the CCC. Board members are morally accountable to the community for the health, vitality and effectiveness of the CCC. Day to day operations will be handled by the site director.
What populations (and community challenges) will the Collaborative Community Center serve?
By design, all citizens within the boundaries of the School District of Holmen will be served through programming and facility development. Specific attention will be given to those populations that have a proven need. For example, research explains that the most critical time for at-risk behaviors in youth ages 13-17 is from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. each day. Currently, the community of Holmen offers no place for this identified population to go during these most crucial hours of the day. The senior nutrition program has also outgrown its current site and may be moved to the CCC site so more citizens might be served. Ongoing and intentional examination of community needs will drive program development and facility usage.
What is the projected cost of the Collaborative Community Center and how will it be paid for?
The projected cost of the CCC is 4.5 million dollars. Each municipality has committed to this project either by pledging dollars or by placing a referendum question regarding funding of the center on the April ballot that totals 1.5 million dollars collectively. The remaining portion of the building costs will be garnered through donations, multi-year pledges and in-kind donations.
Will all of the money be identified before building begins?
Construction will commence when the partners confirm that received monies, pledges and committed in-kind contributions provide the necessary resources to complete the project. The Holmen Area Foundation has embraced the responsibility to receive and hold contributions, pending the decision to proceed with construction. Additional solicitation of funds will continue even as construction is underway in order to build a resource fund for operations, construction changes, facility amenities, etc.
Who will be the designer of this project? Who will build the center?
HSR Associates (La Crosse) is currently volunteering their time and talent to develop a design concept of the CCC. The CCC Board of Trustees will solicit bids for the construction of this facility.
What are the anticipated annual operating costs of the Collaborative Community Center and where will that money come from?
Projected estimates regarding operating costs of similar projects run $85,000 - $100,000 annually. All partners are aware of these ongoing costs and have agreed to create a framework for addressing them.
Driven by a jointly developed mission and vision, the CCC is a welcoming space for teens and all other generations that is being proposed through a collaborative process involving the School District of Holmen, the Town of Holland, the Town of Onalaska and the Village of Holmen.
Is the CCC a continuation of the work of the Holmen Area Partnership for Youth?
Yes and no. Following the deaths of several local teens, a group of citizens formed the Holmen Area Partnership for Youth (HAPY) in an effort to provide a safe and nurturing place for our young people to go. In 2006, a needs assessment was conducted which supported the idea of bringing such a place to Holmen. A part time center was opened in 2007 and during the next five years, over 100 young people attended on a regular basis. Outgrowing the space prompted a deeper look at the needs of our community and it was determined that a combined effort that served all citizens would provide the greatest opportunity for sustainability. Working together to meet the needs of all populations in our community simply makes the most sense so HAPY has now become the CCC.
What is the mission and vision of the Collaborative Community Center Project?
Mission: “To sustain a welcoming community center that connects all generations.”
Vision: “To promote hospitality, respect for all generations, and community pride through purposeful programming that enriches the lives of both young and old and everyone in between. It is our intent to create a model that will define roles and expectations to the extent that future collaborations will be celebrated and endorsed.”
Who are the members of the Collaborative Community Center focus committee?
The CCC Committee membership was formed by interest, representation, and energy. The following individuals have been meeting since April, 2013 as a collaborative body whose focus is the development of a community center that will serve all citizens:
School District of Holmen: Jay Clark, Dale Carlson, Cheryl Hancock
Student Representative: Joseph Schaub
Town of Holland: David Carlson, Robert Stupi
Town of Onalaska: Rolly Bogert, Gerry Monti
Village of Holmen: Scott Heinig, Nancy Proctor
At Large: Larry Dittman, Laurie Kessler, Dan McHugh, Kristina Schoh, Mary Lin Wershofen
Facilitators: Rick Kyte & Tom Thibeadeau, Viterbo University
What facilities will be included in the Collaborative Community Center?
Tentative concept designs propose an addition to the existing Holmen High School which would include: a gym featuring an indoor walking track; flexible multi-purpose rooms that can be used for meeting space, instruction or social gatherings; a community room that includes a kitchen; a recreation/gathering space for youth; a technology center; and a music recording room.
Why is the Collaborative Community Center Project being built on School District of Holmen ground?
First and foremost an addition to the Holmen High School allows for the greatest use of the building at all hours of the day. It is centrally located and very visible to the public. This location is readily accessible by foot, bike or automobile and utilizes public services already in place which make it the most cost effective choice. This site is also already bought and paid for by the taxpayers and does not remove property from the current tax rolls which promotes long term sustainability.
Who will own and operate the Collaborative Community Center?
Ownership and operation of the CCC will be shared by the three municipalities (Holland, Holmen, and Onalaska) and the land will be provided through a lease agreement with the School District of Holmen.
How will the Collaborative Community Center be governed?
Because of its collaborative nature, the CCC will be governed by a board of trustees. The members of this joint board will consist of one member designated by each of the contributing partners with three additional members (one from each municipality) selected jointly by the partners acting in good faith. The site director and representative from potential contracted partners (i.e., YMCA, Gundersen) will also attend the meetings as non-voting members. The purpose of this board of trustees will be to advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and assist with the leadership and general promotion of the CCC. Board members are morally accountable to the community for the health, vitality and effectiveness of the CCC. Day to day operations will be handled by the site director.
What populations (and community challenges) will the Collaborative Community Center serve?
By design, all citizens within the boundaries of the School District of Holmen will be served through programming and facility development. Specific attention will be given to those populations that have a proven need. For example, research explains that the most critical time for at-risk behaviors in youth ages 13-17 is from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. each day. Currently, the community of Holmen offers no place for this identified population to go during these most crucial hours of the day. The senior nutrition program has also outgrown its current site and may be moved to the CCC site so more citizens might be served. Ongoing and intentional examination of community needs will drive program development and facility usage.
What is the projected cost of the Collaborative Community Center and how will it be paid for?
The projected cost of the CCC is 4.5 million dollars. Each municipality has committed to this project either by pledging dollars or by placing a referendum question regarding funding of the center on the April ballot that totals 1.5 million dollars collectively. The remaining portion of the building costs will be garnered through donations, multi-year pledges and in-kind donations.
Will all of the money be identified before building begins?
Construction will commence when the partners confirm that received monies, pledges and committed in-kind contributions provide the necessary resources to complete the project. The Holmen Area Foundation has embraced the responsibility to receive and hold contributions, pending the decision to proceed with construction. Additional solicitation of funds will continue even as construction is underway in order to build a resource fund for operations, construction changes, facility amenities, etc.
Who will be the designer of this project? Who will build the center?
HSR Associates (La Crosse) is currently volunteering their time and talent to develop a design concept of the CCC. The CCC Board of Trustees will solicit bids for the construction of this facility.
What are the anticipated annual operating costs of the Collaborative Community Center and where will that money come from?
Projected estimates regarding operating costs of similar projects run $85,000 - $100,000 annually. All partners are aware of these ongoing costs and have agreed to create a framework for addressing them.