8. Lake Ann Parking Fees.CITY OF
690 COULTER DRIVE • P.O. BOX 147 • CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937 -1900 • FAX (612) 937 -5739
' MEMORANDUM
' TO: Don Ashworth, City Manager
FROM: Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director
DATE: January 4, 1995
SUBJ: Review Lake Ann Park Parking Fees
Section 14 -59. Parking Permits of Chapter 14, 1
Code requires that Lake Ann Park parking fee
annual review process has resulted in some s
Commission debating the pros and cons of fi
major points of discussion on an annual ba in
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PRO
Revenue source
Creates jobs
"Gate keeper"
securi
In addition, by policy, the parking
participants /spectators of youth sporting
whereas participants in adult sporting ac
and Recreation, of the Chanhassen City
ablished by resolution each year. This
scussions at the Park and Recreation
1gram. In the interest of brevity, the
ategory are:
CON
user fee
"We ha already paid taxes for these
services.
free, why do we have to
o Red erdss the board, i.e.
to enter the park free of charge,
charged.
An annual report of gate activity and parking permit revenues is prepared each fall. This
report was presented to the Park and Recreation Commission this ,past November. At their
December 15 meeting, the commission took up the issue of establishing a recommendation
for the 1995 fee schedule (see attached report from Jerry Ruegemer dated December 7, 1994).
For your information, I have also attached the 1993, 1992 and 1991 reports. Upon conclusion
Don Ashworth
January 4, 1995
Page 2 _
of their discussion on the 15th, Chairperson Andrew moved and Commissioner Manders '
seconded to strike the entrance fees in their entirety and retain the gate attendant
program modifying it into a park patrol. The motion passed unanimously. '
At first glance, this action may seem severe, however, the debate over being "hit up" to enter
Lake Ann Park has been raging from some tune. The commission does not take their
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recommendation lightly and recognizes the loss in revenue this change in policy would bring.
Likewise, they recognize that the retention of a gate attendant/park patrol program will
consume similar resources while cutting all revenues. However, they believe the presence of
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a "gate keeper" at Lake Ann Park greatly reduces the likelihood of vandalism at the park.
The commission's bottom line is they believe the public deserves the opportunity to utilize
the services offered at Lake Ann Community Park without being charged an entrance fee.
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Entrance fees are common in county, state and national park systems but are used less
frequently on .the local level. The financial impacts of endorsing the commission's
recommendations are:
1. The loss of approximately $20,000 to $25,000 in revenue.
2. A savings of approximately $1,500 in printing costs (entrance passes).
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3. The retention of approximately $7,200 in personnel costs.
In other words, under current policy, the program operates approximately $16,000 to the
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good, whereas, under the new recommendation the gate program would operate $7,000 to
$10,000 in the red. The benefit would come in an unmeasurable amount of good public
,
relations.
For your information, a copy of the Lake Ann Park Operations Budget totaling $63,250' for
1995 is attached. This function includes the gate attendant program, concession and
equipment rental employees, shelter cleaning and the provision of lifeguards and swimming
lessons. General maintenance of the park is not included in this function. Revenues from '
food and beverage concessions, equipment rental, swimming lessons, and the entrance fees
offset a percentage of the expenditures required to provide these services. All revenue,
however, is deposited in the city's general fund.
RECOMMENDATION
The Park and Recreation Commission recommends the City Council strike the entrance fees '
in their entirety and retain the gate attendant program modifying it into a park patrol.
Manager's Comments 1 -4 -95 : The adopted 1995 budget includes gate receipts. Should '
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the council wish to change, something would have to be cut. This item should really have
been included in the 1995 budget request process and considered with other budget items. '
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CITY OF y �
CHANHASSEN
690 COULTER DRIVE • P.O. BOX 147 • CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937 -1900 • FAX (612) 937 -5739
TO: Todd Hoffman, Parks and Recreation Director
FROM: Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Supervisor
DATE: December 7, 1994
SUBJ: Establish 1995 Gate Attendant Program and Lake Ann Entrance Fees
The gate attendant program was discussed briefly at the November 15 Park and Recreation
Commission meeting when the annual gate attendant report was presented. The Park and
Recreation Commission debates the effectiveness of the gate attendant program annually, and
it is again time to review the program.
Similar comments from previous years will be discussed this year and the Park and
Recreation Commission will weigh the pros - and cons." ; I will include the gate attendant report
from our last meeting for you and the Park and Recreation Commission.
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If the Park and Recreation Commission is going to adopt 1995 Lake Ann entrance fees, staff
recommends the following fees be approved.
Daily Park Pass $2.00
Seasonal Pass for Residents $5.00
Seasonal Pass forNon- Residents $10.00
MEMORANDUM
Mr. Todd Hoffman
November 10, 1994
Page 2
Illustrated below is the watercraft totals, gate attendant hours /wages, and revenues collected at
Lake Ann Park from parking fees. i
1994 Watercraft Totals
Speed boats 677
Fishing boats 639
Personal watercraft 57
Canoes 7
Pontoon 5
Kayak 1
Sailboat 1
Total 1,387
1993 Total 1
Revenue Collected from Lake Ann Parking Fees
Daily Passes
5098 x $2 =
$10,196
Seasonal (Resident)
1061 x $5 =
5,305
Seasonal (Non- resident)
_222_& 10
3,720
Subtotal
6531 passes =
$19,221
Softball Registration
68 teams x $75
5,100
1994 Grand Totals
$24
Printing expense -Lake Ann passes
$1,284.35
1993 Passes
$14,947
1993 Softball Reg.
67 teams x $75
5,025
1993 Grand Totals
$19
1994 Gate Attendant Total Hours and Wages
Lucy Atkins
195.75 hrs x 5.25 =
$1,027.69
Pat Brown
249.00 hrs x 5.25=
1,307.26
Angela Dorfner
247.50 hrs x 5.25=
1,299.38
Mark Ozeck
255.75 hrs x 5.50=
1,406.63
Stacey Pauling
299.75 hrs x 5.50=
1,648.88
Stefania Stokke
81.50 hrs x 5.25=
427.88
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MEMORANDUM
CITY OF -
CHANHASSEN
690 COULTER DRIVE • P.O. BOX 147 • CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937 -1900 • FAX (612) 937 -5739
TO: Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director
FROM: Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Supervisor
DATE: September 22, 1993 \l
SUBJ: 1993 Gate Attendant Program Report
Through the years, the annual gate attendant report has enabled our department to use the data
collected to show revenues, total hours, wages and�South Lotus Lake access activity.
With the new additions to Lake Ann Park '(Picnic ' `Pavilion/Recreation Shelter), activity has
increased during the 1993 summer season. Picnic activity has risen, which is reflected in the
parking fees. If we see a warm summer again revenues will increase over the last two years.
In continuing Eurasian Water Milfoil education, a new program was installed at the South Lotus
Lake boat access. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources sponsored an Exotic Species
Monitoring Program. The program1was established to educate the public of species relative to
our area, such as Eurasian Water'' Milfoil and Zebra Mussel. The gate attendants at the boat
access were responsible for, inspecting all portions of the watercraft going in and out the access.
The information collected during the inspection was recorded and mailed to the DNR for
compiling. The program has proved Fto be a''plus ;for Chanhassen, and I will work to organize
it again next summer.. ,
Illustrated on the attached `sheet is
I collected from Lake Ann parking
watercraft totals, gate attendant hours/wages, and revenues
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67 Softball Teams - Registration Fees: 67 X $75.00 = $5,025.00
TOTALS FOR 1993 $19
3803 Passes = $12,029.00
73 Softball Teams - Registration Fees: 73 X $75.00 = 5,475.00
TOTAL FOR 1992 17
1993 Gate Attendant Total Hours and Wages:
Jim Farm
327.5
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September 22, 1993
Jon Farm
314
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1,727.00
Sam Kjome
36
Hrs. X 5.00 =
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1993 Water Craft Totals:
208.75
Hrs. X 5 :00 =
Speed Boats
741
140.5
Fishing Boats
539
,
Personal Watercraft
34
1,385.00
Canoes
30
Hrs. X 5.00 =
Pontoons
9
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Sailboats
5
1502.25 Hrs. Worked
Kayak
2
Windsurf Board
1
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TOTAL 1
* (1992 Watercraft Total = 1,607)
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Revenue Collected From Lake Ann Parking Fees:
,
X
Daly Passes 4321 $ 2.00 =
$8,642.00
Seasonal (Resident) 891 X $ 5.00 =
$4,455.00
Seasonal (Non- Resident) 185 X $10.00 =
$1,850.00
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Subtotal
5,397 Passes = 14,947.00
67 Softball Teams - Registration Fees: 67 X $75.00 = $5,025.00
TOTALS FOR 1993 $19
3803 Passes = $12,029.00
73 Softball Teams - Registration Fees: 73 X $75.00 = 5,475.00
TOTAL FOR 1992 17
1993 Gate Attendant Total Hours and Wages:
Jim Farm
327.5
Hrs. X 5.50 =
$1,801.25
Jon Farm
314
Hrs. X 5.50 =
1,727.00
Sam Kjome
36
Hrs. X 5.00 =
180.00
Rachael Leonard
208.75
Hrs. X 5 :00 =
1,043.75
Kari Pearson
140.5
Hrs. X 5.00 =
702.50
David Ringdahl
277
Hrs. X 5.00 =
1,385.00
Chris Ripley
198.5
Hrs. X 5.00 =
992.50
TOTAL:
1502.25 Hrs. Worked
$7832.00
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CITY OF
CHANHASSEN
690 COULTER DRIVE • P.O. BOX 147 • CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937 -1900 • FAX (612) 937 -5739
MEMORANDUM
TO: Todd Hoffman Park and Recreation Coordinator
FROM: Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Supervisor
DATE: September 21 1992
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SUBJ: 1992 Gate Attendant Program Report
It is hard to believe our summer has breezed by us. The annual gate attendant report has helped
our department track information from the sale of Lake Ann parking stickers, revenue from
' sticker sales, gate attendant total hours and wages, and South Lotus Lake Access activity.
The summer of 1992 was full of surprises. The cool and rainy weather pattern limited the
' operating hours of the Lake Ann and South Lotus Lake,gate houses. Although the gate houses
were not open as often as 1991, the revenue collected was slightly greater. The increase can
partially be credited to the addition of 3 new softball teams and additional picnics which
' generated revenue toward the grand total. Whenever there was a nice weekend, both gate houses
were very active.
' The South Lotus Lake Boat Access experienced an increase in watercraft usage over the previous
year. Even though this summer was cool and rainy, the boat access saw plenty of activity. The
number of boats using the access was recorded on a "shift report while the gate attendants were
' on duty. The shift report allows the attendant on,duty to markdown, type of watercraft is
using the access, `the',time they are entering, number of occupants, and vehicle license number
in case there is a problem With the increase of watercraft on South Lotus; looking into revising
' the boating rules and regulations would `benefit and, would_ mitigate any future problems.
Eurasian Water Milfoil is still a very important problem in our area lakes. During the summer
' of 1992, Lake Restoration, Inc. treated milfoil twice in South Lotus Lake. The milfoil
information will continue to be distributed to educate the public who are using the boat access.
' For your information, this next page will illustrate watercraft totals, revenues collected from
parking passes and gate attendant hours and wages.
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' ���� PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Coordinator
Septmeber 18, 1991
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1992 Watercraft Totals:
Speed Boats
834
Fishing Boats
671
Jet Skis
51
Canoes
27
Sheriff Boats
10
Sail Boats
8
Pontoons
4
Duck Boats
2
TOTAL: 1607
*(1991 Watercraft Total: 1580)
The revenue from the Lake Ann gate house was generated by activities scheduled in the park,
such as; softball games and tournaments, soccer games, picnics, and beach activities. The 1992
and 1991 totals are listed for your review.
Daily Passes 2,712 x $ 2.00 = $ 5,424.00
Seasonal (resident) 861 x $ 5.00 = $ 4,305.00
Seasonal (non - resident) 230 x $10.00 = $ 2,300.00
SUBTOTAL:
73 Softball Teams - Registration Fees
Lake Ann Picnic Parking
3,803 passes = $ 12,029.00
73 x $75.00 = $ 5,475.00
802.00
TOTAL FOR 1992:
1991 Totals:
70 Softball Teams - Registration Fees
$ 18,306.00
4,407 passes = $ 12,856.00
70 x $75.00 = $ 5,250.00
TOTAL FOR 1991: $ 18,106.00
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Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Coordinator
Septmeber 18, 1991
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Illustrated below is each gate attendants total hours worked and earned wages for the summer
of 1992.
Brandon Anderson
262.5 hrs. x
$ 5.00=
$ 1,312.50
Jim Farm
294.5 hrs. x
$ 5.00=
$ 1,472.50
John Farm
283.5 hrs. x
$ 5.00=
$ 1,417.50
Lori Haak
278.7 hrs. x
$ 5.75=
$ 1,603.46
Mary Nelson
223.4 hrs. x
$ 5.50=
$ 1,228.72
Jon Stutelberg
244.25 hrs. x
$ 5.50
$ 1,343.38
TOTAL:
1,586.85 hours worked
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The Gate Attendant Report helps our department year after year in collecting the pertinent
information regarding the Lake Ann and South Lotus Lake Boat Access gate houses. The
information gathered is used to assist the development of our budget.
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CITY OF 74
CHANHASSEN ;
690 COULTER DRIVE • P.O. BOX 147 • CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937 -1900 0 FAX (612) 937 -5739
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MEMORANDUM I
TO: Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Supervisor J
FROM: Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Supervisor
DATE: September 18, 1991 /Ifo
SUBJ: 1991 Gate Attendant Program Report
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With the end of the busy summer season, it is time to reflect on
the events which took place. The annual gate attendant report is
used to gather information about South Lotus Lake boat access, gate
attendants total hours and wages; and information about annual
sales in terms of the number of daily and seasonal passes sold, and
the total revenue from these sales.
The summer of 1991 saw an 11.2% increase in watercraft population
from the year before. With the increased activity it is very
important to continue to look for new ways to educate the gate
attendants and the public about Eurasian Water Milfoil. During the
gate attendant meeting in May, specific milfoil information was
distributed to the gate attendants to become familiar with what the
milfoil plant looks like and what to do if milfoil is discovered.
A new addition to the gate attendant meeting was having the
president of the Lotus Lake Homeowners Association, Steve Decatur,
------ speak to the gate attendants about specific information regarding
Lotus Lake and the milfoil problem associated with the lake.
Steve's information was very helpful in terms of relating the gate
attendants responsibilities and duties into the overall goal of
Chanhassen which is to educate and inform the public about Eurasian
Water Milfoil. Next year the gate attendants will continue to pass
out literature about milfoil and the Lotus Lake boat rules and
regulations. Additional information will be sought to increase the
knowledge and understanding of the gate attendants regarding
Eurasian Water Milfoil.
Part of the duties and responsibilities of the gate attendants is
to track people using the South Lotus boat access and to record
types of watercraft. The information from the summer of 1991 are
listed on the following page..
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Sam Auseth
Speed boats 835
hrs.
x
Fishing boats . 655
= $ 302.50
Roger Erny
Jet skis 51
hrs.
x
Canoes 21
= 1
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Sail boats 7
hrs.
x
Pontoons _1U
=. 99.00
Lori Haak
TOTAL 1580
hrs.
x
(1990 watercraft total 1405)
=. 1
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11.2% Increase
hrs.
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The revenue and the total number of passes
Gate House increased slightly over the 1990
sold at the Lake Ann
amount. The revenue
Karl Kotsonas
from the passes are directly associated with the activities at Lake
hrs.
Ann Park in terms of picnics, spectators from league softball and
4.50
soccer games, softball tournaments and beach
activities. With the
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addition of the new Lake Ann picnic shelter and an increase in
x
other adult and youth activities, the revenue
totals will increase
Heather Schindler
next year. The breakdown of the number of passes
totals are listed below:
sold and revenue
x
Daily Passes 3418 x $2.00 =
$6,836.00
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Seasonal (resident) 774 x 5.00 =
3;870.00
x
Seasonal (non- resident) 215 x 10.00 =
2,150.00
TOTAL .
TOTAL 4407 passes =
$12
70 Softball teams x $75.00 per team
5,250.00
GRAND TOTAL FOR 1991
$18,106.00
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1990 Totals 4092 passes'-
$12,466.00
65 Softball teams x $75.00 per team
$ 4,875.00
GRAND TOTAL FOR 1990
$17
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The total
gate attendants hours and wages for Lake Ann and the
South Lotus Boat Access:
Sam Auseth
60.5
hrs.
x
$5.00
= $ 302.50
Roger Erny
286
hrs.
x
4.50
= 1
Bart Genovese
22
hrs.
x
4.50
=. 99.00
Lori Haak
254
hrs.
x
5.00
=. 1
Charlie Hansen
176.5
hrs.
x
4.50
794.25
Karl Kotsonas
148.5
hrs.
x
4.50
. 668.25
Kelly Mularie
213
hrs.
x
4.50
958.50
Heather Schindler
231.25
hrs.
x
4.
1040.63
Charity Wolf.
44
hrs.
x
4.50
198.00
TOTAL .
1435.75
HOURS
$6,618.13
1990 Totals 1331 Hours
$6,116.87
' This report is developed to show the usage at Lake Ann Park and the
South Lotus Lake Boat Access. In creating such a report, the
information collected will further assist in the development of
' next summer's gate attendant, Eurasian Water Milfoil, and Lake Ann
programs and activities.
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