Recreation Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2023 09 25

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Recreation Advisory Board Minutes August 28, 2023 Page 4 of 6 facilities in the area. If Louisville were to raise fees, the Rec Center would become the most expensive in the area. Kathy recommends that the Rec Center keep fees the same, except for raising fees for athletic field rentals by the 5% policy rate. • To respond to a question about Superior residents being considered non-residents even though they are in the same zip code, Kathy explained that major funding for the Rec Center comes from Louisville property and sales taxes. Louisville has an intergovernmental agreement with Superior for library usage, but not for recreation. There has been no talk between the two cities of working out a deal for use of the Rec Center. Golf fees Jed reported that the Golf Course will match the fiscal policy of a 5% increase. Adam Blackmore reported that City Council will talk about finances and the Work Plan in upcoming meetings. There will be an Open House for information about Advisory Boards and Commissions on October 26. Board Updates Outdoor Recreation Bond Initiative Discussion Michele van Pelt proposed the idea of a bond initiative for Outdoor Recreation Amenities. The bond could provide funds for outdoor pickleball courts, a new clubhouse at the Golf Course, soccer fields, and other outdoor amenities, as prioritized by the community. The RAB has promoted these projects, as well as maintenance of current facilities, for a number of years. Board members would like to make progress towards achieving these goals. The City would need to hire a consultant to manage the steps related to a bond proposal. Adam Blackmore recommended starting this process by getting RAB goals on the Council's Work Plan and on the list of CIPs. He added that changes should be implemented through a comprehensive master plan process. This is not a fast process, but it could start next year. He recommended direct and clear memos to City Council. RAB could have an authorized representative present information at a City Council meeting. The City is currently focused on the Parks and Open Space Bond Issue that will be on the ballot this fall. Deb Fahey explained that City Council has had to deal with many unexpected issues. These include several years of pandemic impact followed by the Marshall Fire and the related recovery.