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Colossal Cave Mountain Park Performance Audit Report and Recommendations
Staff recommends the following:
1. Approve keeping Colossal Cave Mountain Park open under the current operating agreement, which expires in August 2015, with increased operational oversight of Escabrosa, Inc., from the Pima County Economic Development and Tourism Department with assistance from other appropriate County departments and make necessary repairs to ensure safe operation until a new park operator can be secured.
2. Exercise the option to not renew the current operating agreement with Escabrosa upon its expiration on August 3, 2015.
3. Direct staff to prepare a Request for Proposals to find a qualified and experienced park operator with investment capital and appropriate vision to develop Colossal Cave Mountain Park.
4. Direct staff to develop and present a short-term plan with cost estimates within 90 days to the Board of Supervisors that will stabilize Colossal Cave Mountain Park infrastructure and make immediate repairs and improvements necessary for safe and viable operation.
5. Direct staff to develop mid- and long-term plans to develop a sustainable attraction that respects the natural resources and cultural and historical values of Colossal Cave Mountain Park.