Groundbreaking Scheduled for Waushara Community YMCA

Ground will be broken for the Waushara Community YMCA next Tuesday at 209 South Saint Marie Street in Wautoma.

There is still a gap of $500,000 toward the $15 million goal, but the YMCA will break ground. Continued fundraising will be necessary to ensure the YMCA starts off strong and debt free.  The groundbreaking will take place at 1 pm.

The project will serve as a central hub for wellness, education, and community engagement for residents of all ages. The facility will feature a full-size gymnasium, an aquatic center, group fitness studios, elevated walking track, community event spaces, and licensed child care.

Wautoma City Manager Tommy Bohler says, “The prospect of a Y would not only strengthen our area by adding the key services Wautoma lacks, but it would be a tremendous step forward in building a community where people want to grow and thrive in.”

According to project timelines, the new Y is projected to open in the fall of 2026.