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Recreation Advisory Board Minutes October 28, 2024 Page 3 of 4 of revenue generated. The Imperial class and the Regal class are out of kilter with this comparison, and they need to be adjusted accordingly. The main reason for the difference is related to range balls. David presented the proposed increases. • David presented a comparison of the rates and passes with those at nearby golf courses. None of these have an unlimited range ball plan. He contemplated removing unlimited range balls from the pass, but decided that would have a negative response from the community. It would be better to increase the price. • When asked why the golf course needs to raise the cost, David responded that this was a mandate from the Finance Department. Expenses have gone up across the board for everything, including salaries, equipment, electricity, and supplies. • Dick Friedson asked what happens with the profit that the golf course makes. David responded that excess revenue goes into an enterprise fund for golf. Kathy added that 15 percent of the yearly golf course expenditures has to stay in the fund. David said that he will be able to use the additional funds with Council approval. The following line items totaling $1,074,915 have been approved: a new golf cart fleet with lithium batteries, a robotic mower, cart path repairs, basement improvements, interior improvements, new fixtures in the restrooms, repair of a sewage issue, and an upgrade of the maintenance facility. • David also proposed adding a new discount, a Super Senior Discount of 8% for golfers over 80. This would not combine with the Resident Discount. MOTION: The Recreation Advisory Board approves the Coal Creek Golf Course proposed Season Pass Rate increases and the addition of a Super Senior Discount. Motion: Gene Kutscher Second: Mary O'Brien The motion passed unanimously. RAB members requested that the City Finance Director attend a meeting to answer questions about how funds can be raised and designated for a specific purpose, such as building a new golf clubhouse or building pickleball courts. The current rules state that any money raised by a group goes to the general fund. Recreation and Senior Services Updates — Kathy Martin • The new app is available and can be downloaded from an app store. However, the bar code scan -in is not quite ready. The app connects to the fitness schedule, the pool schedule, and the website to sign up for classes and rentals. • There is an opening for a head lifeguard on the morning schedule.