TO: Honorable Mayor & Members of the North Port Commission
FROM: A. Jerome Fletcher II, ICMA-CM, MPA, City Manager
TITLE: Presentation Regarding Sustainability Strategies for Parks & Recreation Including Operational Efficiencies and Cost Recovery Initiatives.
Recommended Action
Review and consider sustainability strategies for the Parks & Recreation Department including operational efficiencies and cost recovery initiatives.
City Commission Options
The City Commission has various options available related to cost‑recovery priorities and funding approaches as part of the upcoming Fiscal Year 2028 budget development.
Background Information
The Parks & Recreation Department is proactively evaluating strategies that strengthen financial resilience while maintaining equitable community access to parks, programs, and recreational services. The City Commission has previously expressed interest in increasing the Department’s cost‑recovery performance to better support long‑term sustainability.
The information presented provides an overview of current cost recovery performance, Fiscal Year 2027 approved reductions, and potential future strategies to enhance financial stability. It serves as a foundation for future decision‑making should property tax reform reduce General Fund revenue or should cost recovery priorities need to be advanced to improve financial stability.
Strategic Plan Pillar
Quality of Life
Financial Impact
Not applicable.
Procurement
Not applicable.
Attachments:
1. Presentation
Prepared by: Sandy Pfundheller, Parks & Recreation Director
Department Director: Sandy Pfundheller, Parks & Recreation Director