city contract approval - Slick City Action Park
Madison
Summary
The council approved a 10-year sales tax rebate to land a 42,000-square-foot indoor slide park with about 80 jobs, mostly for high school students. The city pays nothing upfront — the rebate only flows if the business succeeds. A resident raised traffic, lighting, and longevity concerns.
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Last discussed Apr 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city gives up 2% of the business's sales tax for ten years, but keeps its own 1.5% share and spends nothing upfront.
Families and teens get a new recreation venue; the city gains jobs, payroll, and spin-off business for nearby restaurants.
A nearby resident voiced concerns about traffic, parking lot lighting, and whether the business will remain operational long-term.
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Madison to get new Slick City Action Park—first in state
Madison to get new Slick City Action Park—first in state Hville Blast
City Council Meeting - Apr 13, 2026
The council approved a 10-year sales tax rebate to land a 42,000-square-foot indoor slide park with about 80 jobs, mostly for high school students. The city pays nothing upfront — the rebate only flows if the business succeeds. A resident raised traffic, lighting, and longevity concerns.
Madison approves contract for Alabama’s first Slick City Action Park
Madison approves contract for Alabama’s first Slick City Action Park WHNT.com
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