FISTA Central Plaza lease changes
Summary
Several items combined to support the FISTA building expansion at Central Plaza: a parking lot lease, two utility easements, and approval of offsite water, sewer, paving and drainage plans.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 6
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
Not quantified on the agenda.
FISTA and Central Plaza tenants, plus future development in the area.
Museum artifact storage arrangements will need relocation.
Mentions & discussions (6)
City Council - Nov 3, 2026
Two related items: the city will ratify FISTA building construction on Lots I and K at Central Plaza, and terminate the FISTA lease for retail space used to store Museum of the Great Plains artifacts. Together they signal changes in how the Central Plaza property is used.
City Council - Oct 27, 2026
Several items combined to support the FISTA building expansion at Central Plaza: a parking lot lease, two utility easements, and approval of offsite water, sewer, paving and drainage plans.
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City Council - Aug 11, 2026
The Council approved the FYE2027 operating agreement putting $5.25 million into FISTA, plus a $25,887 hotel-motel tax reallocation. Councilman Warren argued the investment is paying off — over 30 partners, multiple groundbreakings, and suppliers expected within 18-24 months.
City Council - May 14, 2026
A replat of downtown blocks around Central Plaza would reorganize the area into twelve lots, clearing the way for the FISTA project. The Planning Commission recommended approval with conditions, which staff said had all been met.
City Council - Feb 10, 2026
FISTA reported explosive growth — a $19 million payroll, 28 partners, 14,577 visitors, and a $93 million estimated regional impact — funded largely by grants and rents, with the city contributing $17 million cumulatively. Council members pressed on jobs, funding, and breakeven.
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