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Supervisors split on pavilion discount for boosters; Special Olympics field request denied
Summary
A request from Trinity High football boosters for a discounted pavilion rental prompted debate about consistency and precedent; the board did not approve the discounted rate. A separate request allowing Special Olympics to use the soccer fields for practices was denied 3-2 amid concerns about field availability and restroom access.
A Trinity High School boosters group requested a discounted rate to rent the community-park pavilion. Supervisors debated the fairness and precedent of waiving or reducing fees, noting prior requests and the potential administrative burden of extending discounts. One supervisor said the board had previously offered a 50% discount in a similar situation; others cautioned opening a "floodgate" that would obligate future waivers. The board did not approve the requested discount.
A later motion to allow Special Olympics to use the soccer fields on Sunday evenings from Aug. 9 through Nov. 8 was discussed; concerns included bathroom access and potential conflicts with other users. The motion to grant the field use was denied on a 3-2 vote. Members asked staff to consider consistent policy language for future fee or facility-use requests.
