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Council approves revised pavilion and field rental fees, adds $100 key deposit for concessions
Summary
Following debate about steep increases proposed by Parks & Rec, the council adopted a compromise fee schedule for Kestak Park pavilion and ball-diamond reservations and approved a $100 key deposit for concession access.
Council reviewed recommendations from the Parks & Recreation Board showing large increases to pavilion and shelter rental rates and a proposed $100 key deposit for the concession stand. Members raised concerns that some proposed jumps—moving from $20 to $75 for some items—would price out long-running local events and weekly users.
After back-and-forth about lights, scoreboard fees and resident impacts, councilors agreed on a compromise schedule and a $100 key deposit for the concession stand. A council member moved the compromise motion and it passed by voice vote. One councilor said the additional revenue would go back to parks and rec for future upgrades, while another urged care to avoid deterring small-town users and tournaments.
