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Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Amend the Agreement with the Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. for the Management of Thalian Hall [Budget Impact - $148,225]
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LEGISLATIVE INTENT/PURPOSE:
WHEREAS, Thalian Hall is an important historical and cultural City of Wilmington asset; and,
WHEREAS, the Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts (“THCPA”) has successfully managed Thalian Hall and associated meeting spaces for the benefit of the City and its citizens for nearly twenty years, pursuant to management agreements with THCPA; and,
WHERAS on May 16, 2023, Council approved a management agreement with THCPA for three (3) years, with two (2) additional one (1) year terms, upon written approval by both parties; and,
WHEREAS it is recommended that the agreement be amended to represent new developments, including THCPA having a greater role in operating the building due to the departure of City staff, utility responsibilities being shifted from the City to THCPA, and conditions outlining greater responsibility by THCPA for building maintenance and capital improvements.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
THAT, the City Manager is hereby authorized to amend the current management agreement with the Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts for Thalian Hall, and that sufficient budget exists in the amount of $40,000 for increased building operational services, plus approximately $9,019 per month for electrical, gas, water, sewer, trash and stormwater services.
THAT, the fees for the remaining years of the initial term shall be subject to annual appropriation by City Council.