pages: CityCouncil/2008-08-19.pdf, 7
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CityCouncil | 2008-08-19 | 7 | $700,000 deficit; stated a fee structure that would totally eliminate the deficit was never examined. Vice Mayor Tam inquired whether the increase in play over the last five months could offset any potential decline as a result of the proposed fee increases. The Interim Golf Manager responded the increase in rounds was from the short course and was a direct result of fee reductions; stated the downward trend will continue for the next couple of years; the economy is in tough shape; further stated the original surcharge was not earmarked for capital improvements, but went back into the General Fund. The City Manager stated the original surcharge was established in 1991. Councilmember Matarrese requested a progress report for the last two months, including revenues and rounds by course; further requested continual tracking; stated that he would like to approve the increases, see how things go, and review the real numbers when the RFP's come back. The Interim Golf Manager stated that reports are provided to the Golf Commission each month; reports can be forwarded to Council. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the $700,000 shortfall had a write-off of $400,000 [in golf cart savings) The Interim Golf Manager responded $400,000 is not included in the next few years; some of the money should be made back; the monthly golf cart lease payment would go to the vendor in the next three years. Jon Hasegaw, Alameda, stated that he is against the fee increase; more people will come back to play if the fee is reduced. Mayor Johnson inquired what is the cost per round based on operations, to which the Interim Golf Manager responded just under $39.00. Mayor Johnson stated almost everyone is paying less than the cost per round. The Interim Golf Manager stated there are other revenue sources such as golf cart rentals and restaurant concessions; golf cart rentals generate approximately $20,000 per year. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 August 19, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-08-19.pdf |