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NORTH ROYALTON FAMILY YMCA

North Royalton Mayor Robert Stefanik presided over a ceremonial ground-breaking on May 6 for a new North Royalton Family YMCA, slated to open in late spring 2012.

The new facility will measure 45,000-square feet and include a 7,000 square foot rehabilitation center operated by Parma Community General Hospital.

The existing site at 11409 State Road, formerly the Avalon Event Center, will be retrofitted to house aquatics, gymnasium space, a segmented fitness center, locker rooms, administrative offices and child care areas.

The site was purchased by North Royalton from Citizens Bank of Flint, MI. for $2.1 million. Construction costs are being paid for by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland, which has embarked on a campaign to raise $3 million in pledges, with North Royalton contributing $2.2 million.

“It has been the missing puzzle piece for North Royalton,” said Stefanik. “I’m really excited about it, as is everyone I talk to. It’s been one of my (personal) goals since I took office.”

The Greater Cleveland YMCA already operates several successful programs in North Royalton including swim lessons, before-and-after-school child care, and summer camp.

The new North Royalton facility will expand on those programs while offering many new programs geared towards families and seniors.

The need for a recreation facility in the area is great, say officials. One quarter of the community’s population is age 55 and older. The North Royalton branch will provide multiple opportunities for the community's active older adults including fitness programs, wellness classes, and a meeting center for seniors.

Family programs will include aquatics, Adventure Guides, youth sports including basketball, adult leagues, and expanded child care options.

To make a contribution to the Campaign, contact Toni Kayumi, Vice President of Financial Development and Government Relations, at tkayumi@clevelandymca.org or by phone at (216) 263-6844.