Community Center Feasibility Study

After gathering strong initial support in 2024, the City of De Soto is now taking the first steps toward exploring a new multi-purpose facility in De Soto. We've partnered with Wiese Research Group (WRG) and the YMCA to conduct a Feasibility Study that will help us understand what amenities you want, how interested you are, and whether the community would support funding the project, if needed.

The proposed community center could include amenities such as... 

  • Indoor sports courts
  • Fitness areas
  • Childcare facilities
  • Walking tracks
  • Aquatic spaces
  • .... and more. 

While the initial concept included the YMCA as a potential facility operator, we’re exploring all options to ensure the center is the right fit for De Soto.

To gather your input, WRG is conducting both online and phone surveys. Your input will help us plan for the future needs of wellness, recreation, and community programming in De Soto.

Community Center Study Mailer Graphic
  1. Project History
  2. The Survey
  3. Potential Sites
  4. Budget & Funding
  5. Next Steps
  6. Resources
  7. Contact

Project History

  • December 2023: The City submitted a (no-obligation) grant application to fund a Community & Childcare Center near K-10 and 91st Street.
  • January 2024: Conducted preliminary FlashVote survey to gauge initial interest in the project.
  • February 2024: Notified we did not receive grant; however, because of the community's initial receptiveness, we decided to incorporate next steps (the study) into the 2025 budget.
  • September 2024: Feasibility study proposal approved by the City Council, partnering with Weise Research Group (WRG).
  • October 2024: Preparation of survey materials began, including online and phone outreach plans.
  • January 2025: Surveys launched to gather community input.
  • April 2025: WRG will present findings to the City Council.