Austin Parks & Rec Update

• This week we received an email from APR, notifying us that they’ve determined that the site at Emma Long Metropolitan Park is not compatible with use by AAC. They are offering to amend the current Agreement to extend the term from August 7 until December 31, 2026, to allow AAC time to remove all its property from the park by 5:00pm on that date.
• APR says they are researching other sites more suitable for the sport of archery. They have scheduled a meeting with the Board for tomorrow morning, which we’ve been requesting for several weeks, so all of this will be discussed in person at that time. All of the actions we’ve taken over the past few months to satisfy their deliverable requirements will again be communicated and reviewed. The full Board met this evening to update our game plan, and outline potential contingencies and next steps. No one is suggesting that we give up, but we have to plan for both best and worst case scenarios.
• At this time the Board has decided to suspend all new memberships and renewals, but this may change based on our upcoming discussions with APR. Current members will continue to have access to the facility for as long as we can maintain the ranges and courses. If eventually forced to terminate memberships, AAC intends to issue prorated refunds to all members who desire a refund, and has rainy-day funds to do so. Details on that process, and the option to donate your refund to the Club, will be emailed if we’re unable to negotiate a resolution.
• Please, do not call/text or reply to this message with any questions – they will not be answered. As we’re actively engaging with APR, there is nothing more we can share at this time.
• We will provide meaningful updates as discussions with APR result in substantive changes.

Board of Directors
The Austin Archery Club