Recreation program budget relies on subsidy; commissioners consider revenue options
Recreation programming is budgeted to generate about $37,000 in revenue against roughly $200,000 in total costs for 2027, leaving an approximate $160,000 taxpayer subsidy; commissioners discussed program fill rates, comparing neighboring townships and a possible soccer field activation.
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Staff reported the recreation program generated lower registration this year; for 2027 the township plans programming at one park and is budgeting about $37,000 in program revenue against roughly $200,000 in program costs, implying a taxpayer subsidy near $160,000. Staff said the focus for next year is to maximize participation at one location and expand only if demand supports a second site.
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