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City CouncilJanuary 6, 2026LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THOMPSON BREWING CO. LLC, FOR THE ARMORY AT FAIRMOUNT PARKParks, Recreation and Community Services Department RiversideCA.gov2
COMMUNITY SUPPORT
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BACKGROUND
On February 14, 2025, the city received one proposal for the AdaptiveReuse & Long-term Leasing Opportunity at the Armory at Fairmount Park.The proposed complex will feature•Outdoor beer garden•Indoor and outdoor event spaces for live music and art events•Variety of food including take away and themed picnics3 4 12/22/2025
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CONCEPTS
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OVERALL CONCEPT
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CITY WILL COMPLETE BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS With a $2.5 million Federal Grant: •Abatement•Fire Sprinkler System•Electrical upgrades•HVAC upgrades•Replace windows and doors•Rough in kitchen•New restrooms•Repair floors, walls, and roof•Patio with roll up doors•ADA accessibility RiversideCA.gov8
Tenant ImprovementsDesign, permitting, and installation of: •Kitchen and brewery fixtures and equipment•Electrical, plumbing, and other utilities•Signage•Decorating and furnishing for interior and exterior•FF&E •Security system7 8 12/22/2025
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RECOMMENDATIONSThat the City Council:1. Approve the Lease Agreement with Thompson Brewing Co.LLC, for a five-year term with the option to extend for fouradditional five-year terms; and2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to executenecessary documents for the Lease Agreement and futureamendments with the Lessee, including making minor, non-substantive changes.9