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Each program has a goal of how they are to achieve the cost recovery assigned to the program and have a flexible timeline for achieving the goal. The decision on the percent of cost recovery to be achieved is determined by staff's perception of community values. Such programs as PYB, basic swimming lessons and recreational swimming, Knothole, programs considered of high value to youth and the community, the cost recovery does not include the office overhead which places the recovery somewhere in the 70% area. Fee classes, adult sports, preschool, etc., core programs considered a service to the individual, are targeted for 100% recovery. Direct costs do not include general City overhead which includes custodial or maintenance services or supplies for facilities, financial services, legal services, etc. If the program is in a City park, the cost does not include the cost of maintaining or servicing the park. In some cases such as tennis, softball, and the theater, the gas and electric costs associated with the program are shown with the program. In some cases, such as the swimming pool, the recovery cost does include the cost of temporary staff who provide the custodial and basic, simple pool maintenance tasks. The Amador Theater Fee Policy is well established and is included as part of this document. The fee schedule for other facilities is based on full recovery of costs related to the event or use for sponsored nonprofit organizations, full recovery of cost related to the event or use plus overhead estimated for the facility for residents, with an additional approximate 25% charged nonresidents to cover City overhead. The Service Modification Level Report will describe policy options the Council may consider if any changes are desired in the basis for the fee schedule. Until the Council reviews the Service Modification Level Report, we are recommending current policies be used as the basis for fees. Upon Council review, a comprehensive single change can be made to the complete program. PROPOSED FEE SChEDULE/CHANGES A. DEPARTMENT GENERAL FEES a. Refund Service Fee: No change proposed - Refunds are not granted if requested later than three (3) working days prior to the first class meeting. Refunds granted will incur a $5.00 per class service charge. Full refunds will be given for any classes cancelled by the Department. NOTE: Aquatic program refunds are restricted to special circumstances only. b. Nonresident: A nonresident is any client not residing within Pleasanton's property tax limit. SR 94:111 3