Hi All,
Hope your week is off to a great start!
I've been reaching out to cities individually but then realized this group is a perfect place to expand the conversation. We have several Use Agreements coming due over the next year, and I'd like to hear what other cities are doing in this area.
In the past, CBOs maintained the fields, completed upgrades, and handled general upkeep of the fields/parks. With our 5-year agreements now coming to an end, we are reviewing costs and exploring the possibility of a fee structure-especially since utility costs have nearly doubled in recent years. Additionally, new and pre-covid CBOs are looking to start/restart programming to provide almost year-round activities for the youth in the community.
I'd love to know how your cities are handling Use Agreements and what approaches have worked best for you.
Thanks in advance for your input!
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Kristina Gardner
Recreation Supervisor
City of Atwater Recreation & Community Events Department
Atwater CA
(209) 357-6324
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