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Commission delays MLK Rec Center fees to March after weeks of public pushback
Summary
After widespread public concern about membership and program fees at the new MLK Junior Recreation Center, the commission directed staff to delay charging fees until March 1, 2026, and asked for a revised proposal and expanded community outreach due in January.
Following a large public comment turnout, the Panama City Commission on Dec. 16 directed staff to postpone implementation of the MLK Junior Recreation Center’s proposed fee structure until March 1, 2026, and to return to the commission with revisions and community feedback in January.
Staff had proposed a model that retains free general entry to the center and introduces fitness center memberships, program fees, and rental rates;…
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