<body><div>CENTREVILLE — Queen Anne’s County is inviting athletes, coaches, sports organizations and community members to participate in two input sessions as part of a feasibility study exploring a multi-sport tourism facility in the county.The study will explore how new sports and recreation facilities could improve quality of life for residents while attracting regional tournaments, generating visitor spending and supporting local businesses.”The study will help us understand community needs, market demand and the financial considerations associated with potential development,” according to a post on the Queen Anne’s County website.The study will evaluate local and regional demand, potential facility needs, concept layout options and the potential economic impact of attracting regional sporting events and tournaments to Queen Anne’s County.With input from residents, local organizations and prospective users, the study will:• Identify the facility components best suited to community needs and sports tourism opportunities.• Evaluate potential locations, acreage requirements and development considerations.• Estimate construction costs and long-term operating performance.• Assess potential economic and community benefits.• Recommend partnership, governance and operating approaches.The proposed concept being evaluated includes multi-purpose fields for activities such as soccer and lacrosse; baseball and softball fields; a potential outdoor baseball stadium; and amenities such as a mountain bike skills park, concessions and family-friendly gathering spaces.The study also will explore other recreational needs identified through community feedback.The community input sessions will be held Tuesday, Nov. 10 at the Kramer Center, 104 Powell St. in Centreville and Wednesday, Nov. 11 at the Barrett Room, 425 Piney Narrows Road in Chester — from 6 to 7:30 p.m. each night.“These sessions will provide an opportunity to share your perspective on existing recreational facilities, identify opportunities, discuss potential amenities and offer input on how a multi-sport facility could serve the community,” a news release states.Community feedback will be considered alongside market research, financial analysis, potential site evaluations and other factors as part of the feasibility study.This study is an exploratory step intended to provide information to guide future decisions.No final determination has been made regarding the development, location or funding of a multi-sport facility.For those unable to attend either of the upcoming meetings, an online survey will be released in the coming weeks, providing additional opportunity to share feedback.</div></body>

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CENTREVILLE — Queen Anne’s County is inviting athletes, coaches, sports organizations and community members to participate in two input sessions as part of a feasibility study exploring a multi-sport tourism facility in the county. The study will explore how new sports and recreation facilities could improve quality of...

Community input sought for possible multi-sport tourism facility in QA

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Community input sought for possible multi-sport tourism facility in QA

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