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Euclid recreation revenue beat some projections; department seeks lifeguards and seasonal staff
Summary
Director Stevens presented revenue and expense reports May 6 showing swimming fees and ice‑arena revenue exceeded projections in 2024. Staff said the department needs lifeguards, summer counselors and seasonal staff and that the parks division will return to recreation this year.
Director Stevens presented the department’s revenue and expense reports at the May 6 meeting and summarized major lines from the 2024 fiscal year and the current year through April 30.
On revenue, Stevens said swimming pool fees exceeded projection: the department projected $25,000 and collected $33,003.45. Ice arena fees were projected at $200,000 and the department generated $203,653.32. Other programs (youth and adult programming) were projected at $115,000 and generated approximately $120,000, Stevens said; staff credited a strong summer camp season for the boost.
Stevens cautioned that while some lines exceeded projections, other budget items remain vulnerable to outside factors. He said utility costs fluctuate and are a significant expense, and that some line items such as professional services, equipment parts and vehicle repairs are irregular and depend on need. Stevens said the department generally aims to break even on programming and prioritizes providing quality‑of‑life services.
Staff described personnel needs and programs that affect operations. Aidan (aquatics supervisor) said lifeguards remain the department’s top seasonal hiring priority and that candidates should call the department to start certification; the department also needs cashiers, slide supervisors and summer camp counselors. Staff said pool passes go on sale May 19 and swim lessons and summer camp start in June.
Valerie Vento, administrative assistant, said the department will publish a recreation guide soon and noted the department recently secured a USTA grant to renovate tennis courts, which has enabled youth lessons and expanded programming into pickleball. Stevens said the parks division will be returned to the recreation department this year to improve coordination on field maintenance, lighting and special events. He said the parks staff will handle field care, night watch duties, pool issues and other site maintenance tasks.
Why it matters: revenue performance and staffing capacity shape program availability for residents this summer. The department’s need for certified lifeguards and seasonal staff could affect pool and camp operations.
How to access details: Stevens said commissioners and residents may request the department’s budget and expense reports; staff said they can provide updated reports on request.
