City Manager Joel Kramer presented a draft facilities-and-events policy for Nogales that would standardize reservations, insurance and fees for parks, Ramadas and athletic fields, drawing from templates used in Tempe, Sierra Vista and Santa Clarita.

Kramer told the council the package (about 60–70 pages) would set a baseline reservation window (60 days recommended, with exceptions for unreserved dates), nominal Ramada fees (about $25–$30) and insurance and alcohol‑permit requirements (estimated total insurance for an event around $100). He said Workday will be used to streamline requests for police or fire coverage and that proof of liability insurance would be required for organized teams and events.

Several council members and community representatives urged care in applying rules to long‑standing community traditions. Council member Melinda Fernandez said the cultural arts committee spends about $12,000 to stage Fiesta de Mario, Fiesta Espadas and Día de Los Muertos and asked whether the city will continue to be an active sponsor. A veterans’ representative said small Legion and VFW commemorations foster youth patriotism and requested continued city support.

Councilors debated equity between groups and revenue opportunities. Some argued the city currently provides in‑kind services while neighboring jurisdictions charge for the same support; others stressed the economic value of tournaments that bring hotel stays and bed‑tax revenue.

No ordinance or fee schedule was adopted; Kramer said the draft was circulated for review and could be implemented with council direction in the next two months, allowing time for tweaks. He emphasized the policy is intended to protect taxpayers and ensure consistent treatment of profit and nonprofit users.

The council signaled support for formal agreements and asked staff to return with final language and implementation details.