Title
Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Lease Agreement between the City of Hampton and Community Baseball, LLC to use approximately 10.45 acres of real estate and premises located at city-owned property at 1889 W. Pembroke Avenue (LRSN 1003153), and commonly known as War Memorial Stadium, for use primarily for baseball related activities of the Peninsula Pilots, as well as other athletic and non-athletic uses subject to City approval.
Purpose
PURPOSE/BACKGROUND:
For decades, Community Baseball has utilized the property located at 1889 W. Pembroke Avenue (LRSN 1003153), consisting of approximately 10.45 acres (the "Property"), primarily for baseball related activities of the Peninsula Pilots, as well as other athletic and non-athletic uses subject to approval pursuant to lease agreements with the Peninsula Stadium Authority. The most recent lease agreement was executed in 2019 and amended in 2024 for a one-year extension. When the Peninsula Stadium Authority was dissolved in July 2025, the property was transferred to the City and the lease agreement was assigned to the City. The lease agreement expired in December 2025. The City and Community Baseball have continued to operate under the terms and conditions of the expired agreement and desire to enter into a new lease agreement for the continued use of War Memorial Stadium.
Discussion:
While this lease agreement involves minimal rent ($1/year), Community Baseball, as the tenant, is solely responsible for all applicable taxes and fees including but not limited to real property taxes, stormwater fees, and personal property taxes. In addition, Community Baseball is required to maintain general liability insurance and is responsible for the day-to-day, routine operation and maintenance of the Property.
The attached lease agreement is for a term of five years, commencing upon execution of the lease agreement by the City Manager. In addition to termination as a result of default, either party may termi...
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