PRESENTER: Presenter
Sandy Paulos, Director of Finance
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SUBJECT: Title
Approval of the second and final reading of an ordinance amending the New Braunfels Code of Ordinances, Section 86-98 by adopting new Landa Haus Set Up fees, and moving all Landa Haus Rental fees to Appendix D.
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DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
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COUNCIL DISTRICTS IMPACTED: All
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
A presentation regarding these proposed fee adjustments was given at the July Council Retreat and then again at the March 18, 2024, Council meeting. At these meetings, staff was given direction to move forward with implementation of the proposed fee adjustments including changes to Landa Haus Rental Fees, more specifically for the Landa Haus Set Up Fee. The Landa Haus Rental Fees have not been adjusted since 2018. The increase is necessary to cover expenses and staff time related to the set up and take down preparation required for rental of the facility.
The first reading of this item was approved unanimously at the May 13 Council Meeting.
If approved, the change for the Landa Haus Set Up Fee will have an implementation date of June 1, 2024, and will be posted on the Parks Department website.
The proposed fee adjustments are as follows:
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STRATEGIC PLAN REFERENCE:
Strategic Priority: Organizational Excellence
Objective: Considering statutory and market-based factors, continue to diversify revenue streams to support long-term fiscal sustainability of the organization.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Any additional revenue generated by these fee adjustments will be incorporated into the FY 2025 Budget to help offset increased costs and cover unfunded resource needs.
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RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the ordinance.