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Parks, a division of the Chief Administrative Office, recommends the Commission receive a presentation on Introduction to Cost Recovery Project.
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DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND
Division staff are embarking on a Cost Recovery Project per the direction of the Parks & Trails Master Plan 2025 and 2026 Initiatives and work plan. The project aims to ensure long-term viability of our parks system, and we will be establishing a financial sustainability approach that is equitable and responsible. A cost recovery framework is at the core of this approach to balance public benefit with fiscal responsibility. The Division is developing plans to set cost recovery targets based on service categories, demand, equity, and operational costs. The financial sustainability strategy will ensure that El Dorado County's parks and trails will remain well-maintained, accessible, and financially resilient.
Parks & Trails Master Plan 2025 and 2026 Initiatives:
•Initiative 5.2.2. Review and update facility rental charges for sports fields to offset maintenance and operating costs.
•Initiative 3.2.6. Establish cost recovery policies and expectations for County programs and activities, including recommendations for those programs for which it is not realistic to expect fees to cover the cost of providing the program and those that should be covered by user fees.
•Initiative 5.1.5. Evaluate the potential for user or parking fees for facilities that receive high visitor and tourism use.
•Initiative 2.7.6. Conduct a Park Impact Fee Nexus Study with the intent of assessing a regional park and trail development impact mitigation fee.
•Initiative 1.3.2. The use of El Dorado County parks and trails for organized events, classes, and group activities that support the health of individuals and communities will be encouraged, with appropriate provision made for maintenance, safety, capacity, and cost recovery.
•Initiative 3.2.9. Estimate the annual cost for maintenance expenditures and rep...
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