What: the 2027 proposed budget for Sports, Parks and Recreation (SPAR) and the golf program, plus the bond-funded capital projects in parks and city buildings.
Where it stands: SPAR's 2027 general fund budget was presented as $21,630,600, up $448,500, described as almost a continuation budget. The golf budget includes a planned transfer of $1 million from operating reserves for major work at two courses. The full budget is part of 2027 Budget.
Next: Departmental budget review on Thursday, November 12 at 9:00 a.m., then the 2027 budget adoption deadline of December 15.
Details
Capital projects named: Fire and Police Academy design, police headquarters, municipal auditorium ceiling, the public works building design, Convention Center work, riverfront fountains, roses and color-changing LED lighting, restroom and tennis center upgrades, a new Therapeutic Recreation building (bid next year) and fire station construction and renovation.
Council members asked about replacement equipment for rec centers; staff said gym floors are on a rotation and answers would be provided in writing.
A separate Film and Entertainment Gateway fund budget of $10,000 was noted as a placeholder until revenue collection starts next year; see Economic Development Districts.
Sources
The city's posted agendas and the Administrative Conference video (YouTube auto-generated captions).