Facility fee waivers for nonprofits and volunteers
Summary
A proposal to let nonprofits and volunteer groups use county facilities free or half-price ran into cost worries, prime-weekend conflicts, and confusing language about political groups — continued to November 3 for fixes.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
The two community centers lose roughly $236,000 a year now; free use could widen that gap.
Nonprofits like Southside Community Connections that can't afford current rental rates.
Other park programs could lose funding if revenues drop, per Supervisor Brandon's objection.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Supervisors - Nov 3, 2026
A proposed ordinance would waive facility fees for community benefit groups and volunteer service organizations, easing costs for nonprofits that use county facilities.
Board of Supervisors - Oct 20, 2026
A proposal to let nonprofits and volunteer groups use county facilities free or half-price ran into cost worries, prime-weekend conflicts, and confusing language about political groups — continued to November 3 for fixes.
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