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District outlines changes to aquatics operations, proposes FCS-managed lifeguards and new revenue streams
Summary
Presentation described current pool users (FCS, Franklin College, Parks & Recreation), plans for Franklin Community Schools to hire and pay lifeguards (invoiced to user groups), estimated guard recertification cost (~$50/guard per 2 years), and potential new revenue sources including event fees and adult programming.
District staff presented an aquatics update showing three primary user groups for pools: Franklin Community Schools programs, Franklin College, and Parks & Recreation. The packet notes that Franklin College pays an annual rental fee and that Parks & Recreation participates as a community partnership with scheduling accommodations.
The materials state: "All working guards hired/paid by FCS; invoiced to users" and recommend full management by the district to improve coverage, documentation and accountability. The packet estimates certification/recertification at about "$50/guard per 2yrs" and lists potential revenue sources including percentage-based event fees for swim/dive clubs, adult programming, and publicly available lifeguard/CPR classes.
Board materials did not record a formal vote on changing management; the item appeared as an informational update and a strategy for achieving breakeven operations via adjusted fee structures and expanded programming.
