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Mr. Iremonger informed the Commission that additional revenues received from the rate increases would help reduce the amount of time that the City's General Fund subsidizes golf course debt service. John Renslow, General Manager at Callippe Preserve, discussed the number of rounds being played at the course, indicating that the proposed rate increases would likely not erode those rounds. Commissioner Pentin questioned the number of rounds projected, and Commissioner Kinzer asked about the debt service and use of the additional revenue. Commissioner Dibiase had questions for Mr. Renslow pertaining to senior rates, and whether seniors use golf carts. He was concerned about the combined fees for seniors being $40 for weekday play. Vice-Chairperson Kummer was in agreement with Commissioner Dibiase regarding rates for seniors, and questioned whether there was ever the possibility of "rolling back" fees. After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Pentin, seconded by Commissioner Dibiase, to approve the green fee and golf cart rental fees for Callippe Preserve Golf Course, effective July 1, 2007. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Commissioners Dibiase, Kinzer, Pentin, and Vice-Chairperson Kummer NOES: None ABSENT: Chairperson Ellgas ABSTAIN: None D. Review of Proposed Modifications to the City's Facility Management Plan and Rental Fees Ms. Hofstadt informed the Commission that the Department of Parks and Community Services manages a number of City facilities for community use and private rentals, including the Senior Center, Veterans Memorial Building, Century House, and the Amador Recreation Center. The last time a comprehensive review of rental fees was conducted was in October 1997, when modifications were made only to the hourly rates for the basic fee (first six hours of use). Ms. Hofstadt advised that in fa112006, staff from several City departments met and drafted proposed revisions to the rental use protocols and policies. The primary intent was to better address the on-going challenge of maintaining safe and clean facilities, managing alcohol use and impacts, reducing liability, and ensuring attendee safety. She reviewed the Service Policies and Procedures, which included rental period, facility security, alcohol use, and rental fee rates. The Commission reviewed with staff how they would enforce a "last call" rule for alcohol consumption, and the requirement for building attendants. Commissioners also had questions regarding the recovery of direct costs. Vice-Chairperson Kummer opened the meeting for public comment at 10:00 p.m. Judith Geiselman, 2602 Glen Isle Ave -was happy to see that the City has decided to modify the City's Facility Management Plan and Rental Fees. She felt that recouping fees was a necessity, and that there Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes April 12, 2007 Page 6