Cost increases, plans advance for Santee Community Center

Cost increases, plans advance for Santee Community Center

After decades of planning and millions of dollars collected for the project, construction of the Santee Community Center is on track to begin in January following the City Council’s decision to use general fund money to cover a shortfall. According to a staff presentation at the council’s April 9 meeting, the cost of the project has increased by $2.5 million and now is projected at $23.5 million. Funding includes a $4.5 million state grant and m…