5 1998/99 Skating/Hockey RinksCIT¥OF
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director
Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Supervisor
September 17, 1998
SUB J:
1998 Lake Ann Park Concessions/Boat Rental
The summer of 1998 was quite memorable and successful for our department. The
Lake Ann Concession/Boat Rental Operation produced more revenue this year than
any other year. Several factors contributed to this success and a few examples are:
Elimination ofthegate fee
Better margins on all food items
Stock levels of food were closely monitored
· Monitoring staff hours
· Maximizing use of pre-packaged items to reduce waste, labor and
improve service
General Comments
· Maintain current retail prices and retain current vendors.
· Purchase life jackets and replace existing ones.
· Budget fbr new cash register, oars and canoe paddles.
· Investigate a regular advertising campaign for boat rentals to increase
sales.
Purchase a counter-top slushie machine and a large hot dog griller.
· Make sure a well-stocked first-aid kit is always present.
· The "meal deal" was very popular and should continue.
· Replace two paddleboats and purchase 4-person paddleboats.
Freezies were the # 1 seller, followed by pop and nachos, respectively.
· Continue purchasing some candy items at Sam's Club.
· Keep menu items simple -- quick point of sale.
We had a great staff and they contributed significantly to the success of
the Lake Ann Operation.
Listed below is the breakdown of Expenditures, Supplies, and Revenues for the
1998 Concession Sales and Boat Rentals.
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director
September 15, 1998
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EXPENDITURES
Concession Hours/Wages
Concession Hours
Concession Wages
Total Wages
Supplies
Midwest Coca-Cola
Sysco
Brown's Ice Cream
Festival Foods
Total Supplies
REVENUE
Food Sales
Boat Rentals
Total Revenues
Total Revenue
Total Expenditures
Net Profit
579.25
$4,271.27
$4,271.27
$2,476.53
2,178.32
898.79
189.16
$5,742.80
$13,737.34
3,198.93
$16,936.27
$16,936.27
$10,014.07
$6,922.20
(this figure reflects
hours, not dollars)
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