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Belmont council approves Parks & Rec fee changes, including $3,000 per‑day large rental and $5 class fees
Summary
Council approved a revised Parks & Recreation fee schedule after staff recommended higher per‑day rates for for‑profit gym rentals, an after‑hours staffing surcharge, and tiered class pricing with modest sports fee increases; council discussed scholarship options for low‑income seniors.
Parks & Recreation staff presented and the council approved a revised fee schedule that raises some rental and program charges while adding tiered registration options intended to preserve affordability for frequent participants.
Jason (parks staff) said large for‑profit gym tournaments typically require significant staffing and recommended a $3,000 per‑day per‑diem for full facility rentals. He also proposed a $30‑per‑hour after‑hours staffing surcharge to cover overtime and part‑time costs.
On group classes, staff recommended standardizing fees and introducing tiered pricing: $5 for a single class drop‑in, $10 per month for a single‑class monthly pass, and $25 per month for unlimited classes. Jason said staff would set up a small scholarship/donation fund to cover participants on fixed incomes who cannot pay the new fees.
Youth athletics fees would rise modestly (proposed in‑city soccer/basketball to $70 and out‑of‑city to $95), aimed at narrowing program shortfalls; staff showed last year’s basketball participation (462 players) and a $2,310 shortfall at current rates as an example.
Council discussion focused on ensuring access for seniors and low‑income residents, sponsorships and the administrative burden of tracking memberships. Charlie moved to adopt the fee schedule as presented; the motion passed by voice vote.
