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The Elk River Vision A welcoming community with revolutionary and spirited resourcefulness, exceptional service, and community engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity. Updated: August 2020 Request for Action To Parks and Recreation Commission Item Number 7.1 Agenda Section Action Item Meeting Date January 11, 2023 Prepared by Warren Ellingworth, Recreation Coordinator Item Description 2023 Park Rental Fees Reviewed by Michael Hecker, Parks and Recreation Director Reviewed by Cal Portner, City Administrator Action Requested Discuss the rental fees for 2023. Approve, by motion, rental use fees. Background/Discussion At the December 8, 2021, Parks and Recreation Commission meeting, Commissioners discussed and approved the updated 2022 shelter and pavilion rental fees. Now that the pavilion is open at Orono Park, staff are noticing a trend with the rentals and are proposing additional changes to what was approved in 2021. Staff recommends changing the daily rate at Shelter #3 (next to the playground and the splash pad) from $60 to $70 for residents and $100 for non-residents. Staff also recommends the removal of the damage deposit at the new Orono Park Pavilion. We have learned that people are hesitant to rent this because of the up-front cost of the damage deposit when they can rent Shelter #3 and not pay a damage deposit. By removing this refundable fee, the city would also save money on credit card refunds and anticipate an increase in rentals. Financial Impact An expected increase in rental revenue. Mission/Policy/Goal The goal of this change is to be proactive and adjust our fee structure based on trends documented by staff to increase rentals and revenue. Attachments Proposed 2023 Parks and Recreation Rental Fees 2021 and 2022 Facility Reservation Statistics