Flood Recovery Update - August 29
- Minot Family YMCA
- Aug 29
- 3 min read
We are beyond grateful for the patience and support of our members and community as we continue working through flood recovery efforts. While progress has been steady, we still have several major areas of the facility under repair.
Below is the latest update on spaces, timelines, and how you can help us move forward.
FACILITY UPDATES
Locker Rooms & Hallway
Men’s & Women’s Adult Locker Rooms and Main Hallway
Carpet was ordered last week, and installation is scheduled. Thanks to the incredible generosity of Tollefson’s Carpetland, both the carpet and installation are being donated. This gift has lifted a significant financial burden for us.
Tentative reopening in Mid to late September.
Universal Locker Room & Personal Care Room (lactation & adult changing table space next to the universal locker room)
Carpet has already been laid and these areas will reopen on the same timeline as the adult locker rooms and hallway in mid to late September.
Child Watch
Carpet has been laid, but we still need to replace vital equipment before we can safely host children again.
Help us reopen with a donation through our Amazon Wishlist
Most needed:
New or lightly used toys and books for ages 0-8. (see wishlist for most-wanted toys)
Baby Bouncers & seats (see wishlist for most-wanted items)
Tentative reopening: Mid-September, depending on funding and donations.
Gyms & Racquetball Courts
South Gym & Racquetball Courts
Remain closed. We are exploring programming opportunities for the South Gym once it is safe. Stay tuned for exciting updates!
North Gym
Mostly open, but please note that the sectioned-off area remains closed due to flooring safety hazards.
⚠️ Please do not enter any closed or sectioned off areas and continue to respect posted signage for your safety and the safety of our staff.
MEMBERSHIP UPDATES
Membership Reimbursements:
Starting September 1, on your next montly draft, most members will see adjustments related to the July closure (July 19–28 = 10 days, or ~33% of the month):
➕ Standard Monthly Memberships:
You’ll see a 33% reduction applied to your regular membership fees on the September 1 draft. This is a one-time adjustment.
➕ Annual, Semi-Annual, & Quarterly Memberships:
You’ll see an additional 10 days added to the end of your original termination date unless otherwise specified.
➕ Membership + Donation:
You’ll see a 33% reduction on your membership fee only. Your donation amount will remain unchanged.
➕ Membership + Personal Training:
You’ll receive a 33% reduction on your membership fee only. Any missed sessions can be rescheduled and used through the end of 2025.
➕ Membership + CrossFit:
You’ll see a 33% reduction on both membership and CrossFit add-on for the September 1 draft.
➕ Membership + Child Watch:
You’ll receive:
A 33% reduction on your membership fee
A prorated credit for 13 days of Child Watch closure
Important: There was an error with August Child Watch billing, and some members were incorrectly charged. If you were affected, a refund was issued and will be posted in your account within the next week.
We'll share more details about pro-rated Child Watch fees and reopening plans once finalized.
➕ Cancellations
You'll receive a refund on your original payment method for the amount of days your membership was affected.
HOW YOU CAN HELP: FLOOD RECOVERY CAMPAIGN
We are in the early stages of launching a Flood Recovery Campaign to help cover these unexpected costs. The damage and repairs have placed significant strain on our finances, and while membership dollars keep our doors open and our staff employed, it is contributions and donations that will allow us to fully recover and reopen renovated spaces.
We are not talking about the possibility of closing our doors—we believe in the strength of this community and our ability to overcome this challenge together. But we want to be transparent: these costs are large, unexpected, and we cannot do this alone.
Ways to Give:
Make a gift to our Flood Recovery Campaign
Donate toys, books, or baby items for Child Watch from their Amazon Wishlist
STAY TUNED
We appreciate your patience and support as we continue to clean up and recover. We will continue to provide updates through the following channels:
Email
Text Notifications (Text MINOTYMCA to 54539 to opt-in to text updates)
YMCA360 App Push Notifications (Members Only)
Together, we’re rebuilding more than a facility, we’re rebuilding community.
- Your YMCA Team
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