Community Development staff propose modest fee increases, camping policy tweaks and updated rental fees

Staff presented the proposed 2027 Community Development Department fee schedule and said most fees would increase about 5% (a repeat of last year's approach) to keep pace with staff costs and two-year permit durations. The department said parks daily and annual pass prices must match state park rates where grants restrict increases, but park revenues year-to-date are ahead of last year and the department is exploring promotional approaches such as offering a free seventh night for week-long campers.