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Commissioners approve parks fee updates ahead of Smoot Park pool opening
Summary
The board approved amendments to the 2025-26 Fee Schedule to add residential and non-residential park rates and adjust private pool party fees ahead of the Smoot Park Pool ribbon-cutting scheduled for May 15.
Assistant Town Manager/Town Clerk Dylan Blankley opened a public hearing May 5 to update the Town's Fee Schedule for Parks & Recreation ahead of Smoot Park's opening season. Blankley said the board had requested residential and non-residential park rates during the annual budget retreat and that current private pool-party fees did not cover staffing costs; one group has enquired about weekly bookings.
Commissioner Michael Parsons asked about revenue budgeting for the pool; Director Alisha Anderson said revenue estimates were based on last year's averages and projected usage. After discussion, Commissioner Parsons moved to approve the changes to the 2025-26 Fee Schedule; Commissioner Kristopher Hurley seconded and the motion passed unanimously (5-0). The Smoot Park Pool ribbon-cutting is scheduled for May 15, and staff said updated fees would apply for the forthcoming season.
The record does not include the specific fee amounts adopted; staff indicated the new schedule distinguishes in-town and out-of-town pricing for private pool parties to better cover staffing costs.
