TOWNSHIP OF ESQUIMALT MEMORANDUM
MEETING DATE: June 24, 2026 Report No. P&R-26-002
TO: Environment, Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
FROM: Steve Knoke, Director Parks and Recreation
SUBJECT: 2027 Parks and Recreation Fees and Charges
INFORMATION:
Background
The goal in the review of recreation fees and charges is to strike a balance between fiscal accountability, access to recreation services, and the current marketplace. The main driving force in 2026 is inflation. Proposed fee increase will not take effect until January 1, 2027
To efficiently and effectively provide parks and recreation services and maintain infrastructure, fees are adjusted annually. The question to the committee -
Are the proposed fee changes appropriate and applicable for Parks and Recreation service provision in the Township?
The Environment, Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee (EPRAC) completes an annual fees and charges rate review of Bylaw 2665 and the fee schedule each calendar year (Appendix A). The proposed amendments to the Parks and Recreation Regulation Bylaw are outlined in the draft Amendment Bylaw No. 3192 (Appendix B). The current fees, and recommended changes are shown in Appendix B.
Financial Implications
Minor increases to current admissions, pass rates and rental fees will continue to make recreation accessible to our community members and encourage them in a healthy lifestyle. Admission fees have been rounded for ease of payment.
User fees collected by the Township are used to reduce the tax requisition for the service and for the overall direct delivery of recreation services.
Sustainability & Environmental Implications
There are no sustainability or environmental implications.
Communication & Engagement
Providing adequate notice in advance of any approved changes will allow users and user groups time to inform members of any changes that may impact existing user budgets
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
That Environment, Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee support the staff recommended changes to Parks and Recreation Regulation Bylaw, 2007, No. 2665, fees and charges schedule (Appendix B).
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REVIEWED BY:
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS:
List all items attached to the Staff Report
1. Appendix A current Parks and Recreation Regulation Bylaw 2665
2. Appendix B fee schedule with 2027 proposed rates
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