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Parks Department Fee Increases

The Colony

Summary

Staff proposed raising fees that in many cases haven't changed since before 2011 — rec center and senior memberships, athletics, rentals and Stewart Creek Park — plus ending holiday kids camp sessions and charging disabled veterans for park passes. Council pushed back on the veteran fee.

At a glance

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Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Fee increases aim to cover rising program costs, not generate profit; exact revenue figures not stated.

✅Who benefits

Programs stay sustainable and available; residents still pay less than non-residents.

⚠️Who could be affected

Seniors and families on fixed budgets face higher fees; disabled veterans would pay a new park pass fee unless council changes it.

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