Fresno Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission 5-27-2025

City of Fresno April 22, 2025 2:26:48 Government
The Parks Recreation and Arts Commission consists of nine (9) members. The nine-member Commission has been appointed by the Mayor and approved by City Council. The membership of the Commission reflects the cultural, demographic, and geographic diversity of the City, with at least one-third of the Commissioners residing in the highest-need neighborhoods. The Commission’s primary authority on behalf of the City is to conduct hearings and receive public input on programs, facilities, and services funded with Measure P, and to make recommendations to the City Council for the adoption of Measure P expenditures in connection with the annual budget process.
Summary: During the Parks, Recreation and Arts Commission meeting, discussions focused on the Mariposa Plaza project, proposed fee amendments, and the fiscal year 2025 Parks Department master fee schedule. The Mariposa Plaza enhancements include new stages, lighting, and landscaping, with construction completion expected next month. Proposed fees for facility reservations at Mariposa Plaza were introduced, including different rates for peak times and nonprofit discounts. The commission also reviewed the entire Parks Department proposed FY26 budget, expressing overall support and recommending its approval to the City Council. Public comments addressed the need for more indoor basketball facilities and additional parks in West Fresno. The commission approved all motions related to the budget and fee schedule recommendations. This summary is AI generated and subject to inaccuracies.
Series: Fresno Parks, Recreation and Arts Commission Meetings
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