I got this in my Inbox just before Christmas but held off on reporting about it until I had a better understanding of exactly how it would affect us. I’m not really sure I know now what it’s affect will be, but here goes …
Information Bulletin
To: City of Guelph Outdoor Facility Users
From: Murray Cameron– Manager of Parklands and Greenways
Department: Operations
RE: 2010 Operating Budget
We write to follow up on our information bulletin of November 25, 2009, wherein we advised that Council was considering a number of rate increases in an effort to deal with a difficult budget. We thank those who took the time to appear as a delegation, or to contact the Mayor and Council in this regard.
In preparation for the budget staff restructured our proposed rates and fees, and we are attaching a copy of the new rates and fees with this bulletin. In our view these new rates continue to represent good value and our very competitive with the rates in surrounding communities.
A decrease in the Youth Subsidy from 47.5% to 40% was considered by Council, but was rejected, so approved youth groups will continue to enjoy the youth subsidy throughout 2010.
Please be aware that although these rates come into effect on January 1, 2010, all existing signed contracts will be honoured at the stated rate.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Best regards,
Murray Cameron
Manager
Parklands and Greenways
Operations
Also attached to that message was a Fee Schedule that had some rather disconcerting information.
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