The Parks and Recreation Commission recommended on Dec. 17 that the city continue its concessions operating agreement with FLAW (the local field and leisure association) at Fenway Park, while asking staff to collect and deliver revenue and expense information before the council takes final action.

Staff said FLAW owns the concession equipment and that the agreement clarifies operational responsibilities. Kyle and Dave told commissioners staff had requested the receipts and expense details from FLAW but had not yet received the report; staff said the commission’s recommendation would be forwarded to city council with those financials when available.

Myron Plautz, identifying himself as FLAW vice president, told commissioners the concessions operation typically breaks even and that FLAW purchased the kitchenette equipment and built the stand with assistance from the school district and earlier city support. “It’s pretty much a breakeven,” Plautz said, summarizing the group’s experience running concessions.

A resident (Steve Guedek) urged greater transparency and suggested the city consider revenue sharing or minimum payments for organizations receiving city benefits. Guedek cited FLAW’s broader financial activity and asked for audited financials and a clearer arrangement; staff noted a request for profit/loss documents had been made and would be followed up.

Karen moved that the commission recommend continuation of the agreement as structured; Sue seconded the motion and the commission approved the recommendation by voice vote. Commissioners asked staff to include the revenue/expense report in the packet when the item proceeds to council.

Next steps: staff will follow up with FLAW to secure the revenue/expense information and forward the commission’s recommendation and financials to the city council for final approval.