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Supervisors weigh rates, metering and zoning for Pickett Park RV campground
Summary
Board members discussed that the park’s RV sites are not individually metered, that hookups and utilities are included in daily fees ($11/day; $14/day after 30 days), and debated rate increases, compliance and infrastructure upgrades including a proposed bath house.
Board members and staff spent an extended portion of the meeting on operational issues at Pickett Park’s RV campground, focusing on metering, winter maintenance and whether the county should raise fees or sell portions of the asset.
Shane, a staff member present at the meeting, gave technical details about the campground hookups and utilities, noting the current fee structure: “Well, it's it's $11 a day. After 30 days, it's $14 a day.” Board members said the county was losing money on the facility before winter arrives and discussed common winter-time problems, including guests plugging in space heaters that trip breakers. Members considered options such as installing separate meters or moving to a higher daily rate; one board member suggested a modest increase while others cautioned against a sharp overnight rise and asked for a notice period for permanent residents.
The board asked staff to compile regional pricing comparisons and contractor estimates for infrastructure improvements, and to notify campground residents before any rate increases or change in property status. Several members also raised concerns about zoning and whether the long-term presence of permanent residents at the RV spaces conforms with county regulations.
