TO: Honorable Mayor & Members of the North Port Commission
FROM: A. Jerome Fletcher II, ICMA-CM, MPA, City Manager
TITLE: Discussion and Possible Direction Regarding the Fee Structure for Warm Mineral Springs Park, Located at 12200 San Servando Avenue, North Port, FL 34287
Recommended Action
Provide direction on potential changes to the Warm Mineral Springs Park fee structure for future consideration and implementation.
City Commission Options
Option 1: Reactivate the annual pass at Fiscal Year 2025 rates while maintaining current multi-visit pass structure and pricing.
* Pros:
o Familiar pricing structure for returning patrons.
o Offers better value for frequent users.
o Facilitates future implementation of phased plan as presented.
o Minimal administrative changes required; easy to implement within existing system.
* Cons:
o May not readily align with current pricing structure.
o Does not address feedback regarding affordability and eligibility tiers.
Option 2: Reactivate the annual pass with updated pricing and additional eligibility tiers (e.g., City resident, Sarasota County resident, senior, veteran).
* Pros:
o Encourages long-term commitment and loyalty.
o Offers better value for frequent users.
o Revised pricing and eligibility tiers respond to patron feedback, especially seniors and veterans.
* Cons:
o It must be carefully priced to align with established discounts and maintain cost recovery.
o May reduce per-visit revenue from high-frequency users.
o Expanded categories create added complexity to fee structure and require additional tracking.
Option 3: Incorporate improved flexibility and promotional incentives to current multi-visit pass structure and pricing.
* Pros:
o May increase accessibility for occasional users through extended pass duration.
o May encourage off-peak attendance during prime season through introduction of a weekday-only multi-visit pass.
o Seasonal promotions may temporarily boost sales.
* Cons:
o Promotional pricing wi...
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