Bob Crane Community Center first-year operations
Upper Arlington
Summary
The community center far exceeded expectations in year one, with 12,545 memberships and millions in revenue above expenses. Heavy usage is great for residents but means equipment wear and maintenance costs will climb, and programs like child watch and esports run at deficits.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $3.6 million revenue against roughly $2.7 million in expenses in year one — well ahead of projections.
Residents of all ages get a heavily used, financially self-sustaining rec facility with expanded programming.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Apr 20, 2026
The community center far exceeded expectations in year one, with 12,545 memberships and millions in revenue above expenses. Heavy usage is great for residents but means equipment wear and maintenance costs will climb, and programs like child watch and esports run at deficits.
Upper Arlington's community center set to open two years after construction started
Upper Arlington's community center set to open two years after construction started The Columbus Dispatch
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