Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting

FY27 Fee Schedule proposals — Department proposed raising fees for facility rentals and programs while offering sliding-scale subsidies to keep access affordable. Board members asked for specifics on increases for physical therapy pool rentals and youth programs but did not vote. Next step: Unresolved; likely returns for future board action.

Capital improvement project prioritization process — Board members requested more information on how priorities are developed and noted that funding is limited by specific revenue sources. Next step: Continued discussion at future meeting.

$211,000 — Scholarships for youth participation at Sky Tavern — Funding source not specified.

FY27 Capital Projects — Board recommendation now goes to City Council. Watch for what projects the council approves and funds.

FY27 Fee Schedule — Board still needs to vote on proposed fee increases for facility rentals, programs, and physical therapy pool use. Decision will affect what residents pay to use parks and recreation services.

FY26 Budget Performance — Tabled meeting will examine how the current budget is tracking. Public comments raised questions about funding for portable restrooms, Paradise Park restroom availability, and traffic safety on Carville Avenue.