Salina City Commission Postpones Decision on Updated Rental Fees Related to Turf Fields

The Salina City Commission has postponed a decision on Resolution No. 24-8210, which proposes an updated fee structure for rental fees effective January 1, 2025, specifically related to the use of Dean Evans Stadium, Pestinger Family Stadium, and Bill Burke Memorial Park with synthetic turf fields.

The proposal aims to adjust fees to assist in covering the costs of maintaining the facilities, completing necessary repairs, and contributing to the expense of future turf replacement. The discussion around the resolution involves considerations of various agreements with partner organizations, such as Salina Athletic Partners and Salina Baseball Enterprises, as well as the financial implications for the City, including funding sources like Transient Guest Tax and the Turf Maintenance and Replacement Fund.

The Commission has opted to postpone the decision to a later date, allowing time for further discussion and potential amendments to the proposed fee structure.