Summary
The department wants to raise more than 250 fees by 3.64% and add new ones — including higher youth sports participation fees and a bigger Golden Grove deposit — to keep up with costs amid a $60 million city budget shortfall. The full list goes to a July fee hearing.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
Youth league families would pay $3 more per child; the Golden Grove deposit jumps about 41% to $750; new fees add $10-$166 per rental or program.
The department, which says new revenue helps avoid cutting programs during a budget shortfall.
Families in youth sports leagues and groups renting park facilities would pay more.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Parks and Recreation Commission Governance Committee - Jul 9, 2026
Nearly all of the department's 287 fees would rise 3.64%, with bigger hikes for youth sports participation and a new $10 fee for open-space gatherings. These go to a public hearing July 16 before landing in the city budget.
Parks and Recreation Commission Governance Committee - Jun 11, 2026
The department wants to raise more than 250 fees by 3.64% and add new ones — including higher youth sports participation fees and a bigger Golden Grove deposit — to keep up with costs amid a $60 million city budget shortfall. The full list goes to a July fee hearing.
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