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Parks and Rec presents 2026 draft operations budget; staff highlight events, 4K expansion and splash-pad upgrades
Summary
Staff presented the Parks and Recreation operational budget draft for 2026, citing new revenues from special events and rentals, increased 4K and wrap-care activity, higher expenses from added event programming and facility heating, and continued efforts to reduce general fund impact ahead of village board approval.
Village of Jackson Parks and Recreation staff presented the department’s draft 2026 operational budget and highlights to the commission during its Sept. 16 meeting.
The presentation reviewed revenue expectations, program growth and planned capital spending, and noted staff will present an updated operational budget to the village board in October to meet direction to reduce the general fund impact.
Why it matters: the budget defines staffing, program and event capacity for 2026 and guides decisions on splash-pad upgrades, dog-park construction and 4K programming.
Staff emphasized partnerships that support programs through volunteers, monetary and…
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