Parks Rec

PH-2 senior softball fees

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Opposed (4)Concerned (1)

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Last discussed May 26, 2026.

Public comments (5)

OpposedRobert KurtzMay 26, 2026

Said the fee increase could break the 50-year senior softball league, which is self-sustaining, veteran-heavy, and maintains the field itself; requested an exemption.

City Council Meeting Agenda — May 26, 2026 · 2:50:37 →
OpposedRichard JibichinMay 26, 2026

The league's founding commissioner said the new hourly field fee on top of permits adds about $4,500 a year and could shut the league down; asked to work with Parks staff.

City Council Meeting Agenda — May 26, 2026 · 2:52:35 →
OpposedJim DeVicoMay 26, 2026

Said seniors on fixed incomes depend on the league and only learned of the fee hike Friday; asked for more time.

City Council Meeting Agenda — May 26, 2026 · 2:56:47 →
OpposedBill TarrantMay 26, 2026

Traced the league's nonprofit history to 1990 and said fees look double or triple current costs, hurting members on fixed incomes.

City Council Meeting Agenda — May 26, 2026 · 2:58:24 →
ConcernedBob RichardsonMay 26, 2026

Said the suddenness of the change is the problem and asked for a negotiated, sustainable outcome for the league and its veterans.

City Council Meeting Agenda — May 26, 2026 · 3:00:21 →