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Commission debates pavilion end-times, deposits and fines as staff cite staffing limits
Summary
Commissioners considered moving pavilion rentals to end earlier and discussed higher security deposits, fines and remote lighting as enforcement tools; staff said a single part-time employee currently handles nightly closures and recommended a careful approach.
Commissioners spent substantial time debating whether pavilion rentals should end at 7 p.m. instead of the current 8 p.m., and what enforcement measures would be effective if renters stayed past their scheduled times. Several commissioners urged tougher financial penalties and higher deposits; one proposed automatically forfeiting the deposit if renters remained after closing.
Parks staff said enforcement is difficult with limited personnel: one part-time employee currently handles nightly park closures and cannot always wait for late renters. Commissioners discussed raising deposit amounts, using credit-card holds or time-stamped photos to document violations, and potentially increasing enforcement fines. The commission deferred final decisions on pavilion closing times and fee structures until staff can return with pricing options and potential budget for additional enforcement support.
