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2026 Summer Program Lists
History
Recreation and Parks produces three seasonal program guides per year which include programs and events offered during a particular season. Guides include Winter/Spring, Summer and Fall.
The lists (attached) of programs and events by each Recreation and Parks supervisor details previous season enrollment, revenue and contractual expenses for each program that will be offered during the summer program season.
New summer events will include a Memorial Day parade and BBQ Fest with a rib cookoff on May 23 and a variety of America 250 commemorations in collaboration with the America 250 Advisory Board.
The document titled 2026 Summer Program Lists - Summary of Changes (attached) details new and discontinued programs.
Staff seek Board approval for all programs and events including payments to contractual vendors and instructors totaling $25,000 or greater during the summer program guide season.
Recreation program expenses are offset by participant registration fees. Total revenues and expenses are dependent upon the actual number of participants.
The majority of programs offered are taught by part-time Village employees, while others are taught on a contractual basis by a vendor. Contractual programs include a revenue split between the contractor and the Village. Actual fees paid are based on the total number of participants, at an agreed upon percentage as shown in the Estimated Contractual Costs column on the Program Lists. Those without estimated fees are taught by part-time Village staff. Fees paid to the vendor are at the resident rate, allowing the Village to benefit from the higher cost paid by non-residents.
Pricing for programs is set at a fee that is reasonable and competitive. Non-residents generally pay 25% - 50% more than residents for the same program. Residents are provided a two-week period to register for programs ahead of non-residents.
Program expenses are offset by participant registration fees. Tot...
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