Review study on recreation program costs and potential fee increases

Recreation FeesBudgetCommunity Services/Finance

In Plain English

The city hired consultants to analyze whether recreation fees cover actual program costs. Recreation currently brings in $1.2 million but costs $9.5 million to operate, requiring $8.3 million in taxpayer funding. If approved, fees could increase by 3.6% annually, raising an extra $42,120 per year.

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Votes

To approve option one, no changes to current recreation fees

Moved by: Claudia JimenezSeconded by: Cesar Zepeda

Passed

7 to 0

Soheila BanaAye

Jamelia BrownAye

Claudia JimenezAye

Doria RobinsonAye

Sue WilsonAye

Cesar ZepedaAye

Eduardo MartinezAye

Why This Vote Matters

Recreation fees for swim lessons, sports leagues, and facility rentals will stay the same for the 2025-26 budget year. The council unanimously decided against raising these fees despite a cost analysis showing what the city spends to provide these programs versus what residents currently pay. This means families will continue paying current rates for community recreation services. The decision was routine, with all seven council members voting to keep fees unchanged.

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Community Discussion

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