Feasibility Study for Vista Center for the Arts

The City of Surprise seeks qualified firms to conduct a feasibility study to include a value assessment and operation recommendations for performing arts facilities in Surprise. The value assessment will include a study of the market interests and needs, and the social and economic impact of a performing arts facility. The operations plan will have a focus on the Vista Center for the Arts (Vista), with recommendations for operations, governance, and partnership models between the City of Surprise (City), Dysart School District (Dysart), and Vista Center for the Arts Non-Profit (Non-Profit) based on the value assessment, capacity, and available resources. This study will facilitate the City’s decision making for future investments in arts and culture partnerships, programming, and facilities. The goal of this study is to assess the feasibility of a City partnership with the District to sustain operations of the Vista and provide cultural value and economic impact in Surprise. The City of Surprise desires to understand: Is there a market demand and community need for a performing arts center in Surprise? What is the social and economic impact potential of the Vista Center for the Arts? What is the capacity of the partners and facility infrastructure to meet community needs? What governance and operation models could build a sustainable and financially viable partnership between partners?