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Park board approves aquatic fee increases across city pools, citing upkeep and maintenance funds
Summary
The Dallas Park and Recreation Board approved increases to fees at 20 aquatic facilities with estimated additional revenue of $185,536; board members pressed staff about affordability for low‑income families and how the revenue will be used.
The Dallas Park and Recreation Board on April 3 authorized increases to specific aquatic fees across 20 aquatic facilities, with staff estimating the change would generate $185,536 in additional revenue.
Board members discussed the proposal’s potential impact on affordability and how the revenue would be allocated. Board Member Harrison asked whether the increases would make programming inaccessible for low‑income families and raised the concern that caregivers in the community often pay for multiple children. Harrison said the board’s intent should be to ensure municipal services remain…
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