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Fergus Falls council asks staff to negotiate YMCA lifeguard coverage after fee increase

Fergus Falls City Council · March 19, 2024
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Summary

After hearing that the YMCA sought $35,000 to provide lifeguards at Pebble Beach, the council directed staff to return with options and to explore a $25,000 counterproposal and alternative schedules to fit budget and staffing realities.

The Fergus Falls City Council discussed lifeguard coverage at Pebble Beach on Feb. 27 after Public Works Director Brad Hill said the YMCA requested $35,000 to provide lifeguarding services this year, $10,000 more than prior years. Hill told the council the park board recommended not renewing the contract at the higher price and noted a reduction in lifeguard hours in recent years.

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