WRMJ Audio: $4-Million Capital Campaign Announced For Mercer County YMCA; Significant Expansion Planned

The Mercer County YMCA unveils a $4-million capital campaign for a significant expansion project.  The announcement last night with $2.7 million in pledges already secured. Ground breaking is set for the spring with the project taking 12-to-14 months to complete. The Y will remain open during construction.  The City of Aledo plans to contribute $176,000 to the project through TIF funds.
WRMJ News Director Jim Taylor spoke with YMCA Executive Director Sarah Brown and Dr. Dennis Palmer about the project last night.
Sarah Brown:

 

Dr. Dennis Palmer: