2019/06/02 Council Agenda Packet

YMCA/ City of Everett Partnership Agreement Swim Pools Access Fees This informational agenda item is intended to update the Budget Committee on the fees associated with city of Everett residents utilizing the new YMCA pool(s). The new YMCA projected opening date is December 1, 2019. Background: The City of Everett and the YMCA entered into a mutually beneficial agreement on June 7, 2018 that provided City funds in exchange for a donation of land to the city for a new park in the Glacier View Neighborhood and City of Everett resident access to the new YMCA pool(s). The city of Everett retains the revenue generated from fees paid by Everett residents. The agreement states that the city of Everett will set daily admission fees for Everett resident YMCA pool access. The intent is to establish fees that are affordable, slightly higher than the Forest Park Swim Center and lower than nearby aquatic facilities with more amenities such as the Snohomish and Lynnwood Aquatic Centers. The expected outcome is that Everett residents will 1) benefit from and take advantage of the recreation opportunity at the new Everett YMCA aquatic facility and; 2) choose to remain in Everett to swim. The Board of Park Commissioners reviewed and supported these fees by way of a recommendation at the May 28, 2019 meeting. The rates and supporting data are provided on the next page and summarized below: Category Everett Resident YMCA Daily Forest Park Swim Center Fee Aquatic Admission Fee Youth $4.50 $4.25 Adults $5.50 $5.00 Seniors $4.50 $4.25 Family $16.00 $12.00 I