Board of Park Commissioners Meeting — Agenda Packet

May 19, 2026 Board of Park Commissioners Agenda 1 City of Lake Geneva, 626 Geneva St, Lake Geneva, WI 53147-262.248.3673-www.cityoflakgeneva.gov Board of Park Commissioners Agenda Tuesday, May 19, 2026 - 6:30 PM Lake Geneva City Hall; Conference Room 2A (2nd Floor) Members: President: Adam St. Marie Dana Furlo, Craig Lambrecht, Jessica Pokorny, David Quickel, Peggy Schneider, and Betty Volquardsen Council Liaisons: Alderperson Cindy Yager and Mayor Todd Krause 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Comments from the public limited to 5 minutes, limited to items on this agenda 4. Approval of the minutes from April 14, 2026 5. Annual Election of Officers a. Chair b. Secretary 6. Review of City Ordinances pertaining to the Board of Park Commissioners 7. Review Financial Reports 8. Parks Director Update 9. Update regarding Flat Iron Park – Brunk Pavilion sound system 10. Discussion/Recommendation regarding Spring Plantings by Utility Commission 11. Discussion/Recommendation regarding amendment to Parks section of City Schedule of Fees 12. Discussion/Recommendation regarding possibility of starting a Parks Foundation 13. Discussion regarding Park Board Skills Background for Future Projects 14. Adjournment A quorum of the Council may be present; however, no official Council action will be taken. Requests from persons with disabilities who need assistance to participate in this meeting should be made to the City Clerk’s office in advance so that the appropriate accommodations can be made. Page 1 of 24 Board of Park Commissioners Minutes Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Lake Geneva City Hall, Conference Room 2C (Upper Level) Call to Order Meeting was called to order by Adam St. Marie at 6:30 p.m. Roll Call Present: Adam St. Marie, Dana Furlo, Craig Lambrecht, Jessica Pokorny, David Quickel, Peggy Schneider, Alderperson Cindy Yager Staff present: Parks Director David Winger Absent: Betty Volquardsen (excused), Mayor Todd Krause (excused) Comments from the Public No comments Approval of the minutes from March 3, 2026 Motion to approve minutes as documented, by Jessica Pokorny 2nd by Craig Lambrecht; Motion carries Review Financial Reports Parks Director reported that he is working with DPW to determine what maintenance costs are associated with plowing and park maintenance. Current Impact Fee Balance is $33, 026.94. This does not have to be used immediately. Director's report See Park’s report dated 04/14/2026 provided in the packet. I. Park’s Director is using the Vision, Mission, and Values to guide discussion. II. Divider fence at Dunn Courts has been installed. New Harbormaster, Luke Riesterer, started on 03/23/2026. III. Dunn Court Grand Opening is scheduled for 05/16/2026. IV. Park’s Director is working through the Donation Policy, and discussed various options. Discussion/Recommendation regarding Spring Plantings by Utility Commission Evergreen trees should be removed prior to scheduling the planting. Park’s Director will talk with City Forester and Dana Furlo about next steps. Park’s Director will keep the Park Board informed of the decision. Discussion/Recommendation regarding possibility of installing a sound system for Brunk Pavillion Discussed the benefits of looking into the installation of a sound system for Brunk Pavilion. Craig Lambrecht and Park’s Director will request Harman Kardon representative to assess Brunk Pavillion for possible sound system and obtain costs and options available. Page 2 of 24 Adjournment Motion to adjourn at 7:15 pm, by Adam St. Marie. 2nd by Dana Furlo; Motion carries Respectfully submitted by Peggy Schneider Page 3 of 24 ARTICLE III BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS Sec. 54-61. Composition. [Code 1992, § 1.33(1); Ord. No. 08-02 , 3-10-2008; amended 7-13-2009 by Ord. No. 09-14; 9-9-2024 by Ord. No. 24-08] There shall be nine total members on the Board of Park Commissioners, inclusive of the Mayor and an Alderman as non-voting members. All members shall be residents of the City. Sec. 54-62. Officers. [Code 1992, § 1.33(2); Ord. No. 08-02 , 3-10-2008; amended 7-13-2009 by Ord. No. 09-14; 12-10-2012 by Ord. No. 12-26] The members of the Board of Park Commissioners shall elect a President (Chairman) from amongst its citizen members. The Commissioners may elect other officers necessary or appropriate to aid in the efficient running of the Board. Sec. 54-63. Appointment. [Ord. No. 08-02 , 3-10-2008; amended 7-13-2009 by Ord. No. 09-14] The members shall be appointed to the Board of Park Commissioners by the Mayor. The appointments shall be subject to approval of the Common Council. Sec. 54-64. Term. [Ord. No. 08-02, 3-10-2008] The members shall serve three-year terms. The terms of members shall be staggered so as to have three members' terms expire each year. Sec. 54-65. Vacancy. [Ord. No. 08-02, 3-10-2008] Any vacancy shall be filled through the appointment procedures described above for the remainder of the term. Sec. 54-66. Salary. [Ord. No. 08-02, 3-10-2008; amended 7-13-2009 by Ord. No. 09-14] Members of the Board of Park Commissioners shall serve without compensation. Sec. 54-67. Quorum. [Ord. No. 08-02, 3-10-2008; amended 7-13-2009 by Ord. No. 09-14] A majority of the membership of the Board of Park Commissioners shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. Sec. 54-68. Board powers and duties. [Ord. No. 08-02 , 3-10-2008; amended 7-13-2009 by Ord. No. 09-14 ; 12-10-2012 by Ord. No. 12-26 ; 8-24-2020 by Ord. No. 20-11 ; 9-9-2024 by Ord. No. 24-09] The Board of Park Commissioners shall have the duties and powers set forth below: (1) Meeting. The Board of Park Commissioners shall meet at least quarterly. The Board may meet as necessary, or as called by the Chairman or as called by a majority of the Board. The Chairperson is responsible for the preparation of the agenda and shall provide a digital or City of Lake Geneva, WI Sec. 54-61 Sec. 54-68 Downloaded from https://ecode360.com/LA3000 on 2025-05-07 Page 4 of 24 electronic copy of such agenda to the City Clerk for posting and distribution to other Board members and the public at least 48 hours prior to such meeting. All meetings shall be at City Hall. The Acting Secretary shall submit in a timely fashion a digital copy of the meeting minutes to the City Clerk for posting and distribution. If action by the City Council is desired, such action shall be so noted in the minutes. (2) Duties. The Board of Park Commissioners shall serve as an advisory board to the Common Council. The Board of Park Commissioners shall advise the Council on all matters pertaining to parks, recreation, and forestry. Areas of responsibility shall include, but are not limited to: a. Creation of subcommittees to effectively monitor and advise on specific issues regarding parks, recreation, or forestry, including the City Tree Board; b. The management, improvement, and care of public parks, parkways, boulevards, and pleasure drives of the City; c. The development of policies, procedures, rules, and regulations pertaining to the use of public parks, City-sponsored recreation programs, and forestry; d. The development of the annual operating and capital budgets for parks, recreation, and forestry; e. The development of a broad variety of recreational programs and services to meet the needs and demands of the community; f. The development of a master plan for the City's park system; g. Advising the Council on issues of land acquisition, use of park impact fees, and leasing and/or land sales or exchanges affecting the City's park system; and h. Advising the Council on levels of staffing required by the City's park system. (3) Tree Board. The Board of Park Commissioners shall oversee a Tree Board who shall carry out provisions of Wisconsin Statutes and Chapter 82 of the Municipal Code for the City of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, and such other duties as required to report to the Board of Park Commissioners. There shall be seven members, inclusive of the Mayor and an Alderman, on the Tree Board. All members shall be residents of the City. The Mayor and an Alderman shall be appointed as non-voting members. The resident members shall each serve three-year terms. The terms of the resident members shall be staggered to have approximately one-third of the members' terms expire each year. Appointment of members to the Tree Board shall be recommended by the Mayor and shall be confirmed by the Common Council. (4) Powers. The Board of Park Commissioners shall, in accordance with the state law established in W.S.A., § 27.08, exercise the powers granted it, including: a. Govern and maintain all public parks and other natural enjoyment areas in the City; improve those areas; secure the quiet and orderly enjoyment of the areas; and create rules and regulations to facilitate the above purposes. b. Acquire property, money, trusts, rights, and privileges through gift, devise, bequest, or condemnation for the City parks. City of Lake Geneva, WI Sec. 54-68 Sec. 54-68 Downloaded from https://ecode360.com/LA3000 on 2025-05-07 Page 5 of 24 Sec. 54-69. Financial reports. [Ord. No. 08-02, 3-10-2008; amended 7-13-2009 by Ord. No. 09-14] In accordance with W.S.A., § 27.10, the Board of Park Commissioners shall, prior to October 1 of each year: Sec. 54-70. Care of funds. [Ord. No. 08-02 , 3-10-2008; amended 7-13-2009 by Ord. No. 09-14; 5-29-2012 by Ord. No. 12-08; 11-10-2014 by Ord. No. 14-08] All moneys appropriated for park services or received through other means for the areas governed by the Board of Park Commissioners shall be paid over to the Treasurer to be disbursed by orders of the Treasurer. Sec. 54-71. Special assessments. [Ord. No. 08-02, 3-10-2008; amended 7-13-2009 by Ord. No. 09-14] The Board of Park Commissioners shall follow the report, notice, and hearing requirements outlined in W.S.A., § 27.10(4) for any and all special assessments. Gifts shall only be accepted after the Board of Park Commissioners has recommended the gift to the Common Council and the Common Council has approved acceptance by a resolution. c. Buy or lease lands in the name of the areas under the control of the Board of Park Commissioners, in accordance with W.S.A., § 27.08(2)(c). d. Change or improve all areas under the Board's control. (1) Make an estimate of the expenditures by the Board of Park Commissioners during the coming calendar year including: a. All necessary incidental expenses. b. The amount necessary for the purchase of land for parks, parkways, boulevards, and pleasure drives. c. Transmit the report to Common Council. (2) The Board of Park Commissioners shall transmit to Common Council prior to March 1 of each year a report including: a. All transactions for the preceding year; b. An itemized account of all receipts and expenditures; c. A list of employees; and d. An inventory of property in the charge of the Board of Park Commissioners. City of Lake Geneva, WI Sec. 54-68 Sec. 54-71 Downloaded from https://ecode360.com/LA3000 on 2025-05-07 Page 6 of 24 CITY OF LAKE GENEVA Finance Worksheet - Budget vs. Actual - Parks Page: 1 Period: 04/26 May 08, 2026 01:24PM 2026-26 2026-26 Variance % of Period Current year Current year Current year Budget Account Number Account Title Actual Actual Budget GENERAL FUND PARKS PARKS 11-52-00-46740 PARK APPLICATION FEE .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 11-52-00-46750 PARK USE FEES .00 175.00 15,000.00 14,825.00 1.17 11-52-00-48000 SPONSORSHIPS .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 11-52-00-48500 PARK DONATIONS .00 380.95 5,000.00 4,619.05 7.62 11-52-00-48510 PARK DONATIONS-YMCA .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 11-52-00-48600 PARK FUND GRANTS .00 .00 5,000.00 5,000.00 .00 11-52-00-48910 PARK FUND COLLECTIONS .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 Total PARKS: .00 555.95 25,000.00 24,444.05 2.22 PARKS 11-52-00-51000 PARKS DIRECTOR 9,224.00 41,508.00 .00 41,508.00- .00 11-52-00-51100 SALARIES AND WAGES .00 .00 119,850.00 119,850.00 .00 11-52-00-51200 PARKS WAGES 4,879.47 22,053.12 120,635.00 98,581.88 18.28 11-52-00-51250 PARKS OVERTIME WAGES 109.52 1,198.38 11,120.00 9,921.62 10.78 11-52-00-51340 PARKS LIFE INSURANCE 20.26 61.23 300.00 238.77 20.41 11-52-00-51345 PARKS HEALTH INSURANCE 3,521.21 16,350.62 36,000.00 19,649.38 45.42 11-52-00-51350 PARKS DENTAL INSURANCE 204.15 857.95 2,120.00 1,262.05 40.47 11-52-00-51355 PARKS VISION INSURANCE 8.92 49.52 225.00 175.48 22.01 11-52-00-51360 PARKS RETIREMENT FUND 1,023.33 4,662.66 17,315.00 12,652.34 26.93 11-52-00-51370 PARKS DISABILITY INS 34.20 130.52 475.00 344.48 27.48 11-52-00-51520 PARKS SOCIAL SECURITY 1,062.89 4,828.07 19,248.00 14,419.93 25.08 11-52-00-52165 PARK PLAN .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 11-52-00-52220 PARKS ELECTRICITY 849.51 3,153.70 10,000.00 6,846.30 31.54 11-52-00-52240 PARKS GAS HEAT 35.74 336.77 1,500.00 1,163.23 22.45 11-52-00-52260 PARKS WATER & SEWER EXP 760.74 760.74 5,500.00 4,739.26 13.83 11-52-00-52270 FOUNTAINS/STATUES-WATER/SEWER 305.50 305.50 3,500.00 3,194.50 8.73 11-52-00-52410 BLDG MAINT&REPAIR-PARKS 243.09 1,701.98 6,500.00 4,798.02 26.18 11-52-00-52500 EQUIPMENT REPAIR SERVICES .00 2,179.16 6,500.00 4,320.84 33.53 11-52-00-53400 PARKS OPERATING SUPPLIES 57.97 122.16 6,500.00 6,377.84 1.88 11-52-00-53500 BLDG MAINT SUPPLIES-PARKS 1,742.11 8,115.93 30,000.00 21,884.07 27.05 11-52-00-53520 GROUNDS MAINT SUPPLIES 4,871.02 9,053.77 25,000.00 15,946.23 36.22 11-52-00-53620 GROUNDS FERTILIZER/WEED CONTR 1,244.66 2,294.72 7,500.00 5,205.28 30.60 11-52-00-53990 PARKS MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSES 10.99 1,028.88 5,000.00 3,971.12 20.58 11-52-00-57360 PARK DONATION PURCHASES .00 8,130.00 .00 8,130.00- .00 11-52-00-57370 PARK DONATION PURCHASES-YMCA .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 11-52-00-58400 4 SEASON NATURE PRESERVE .00 3,000.00 14,800.00 11,800.00 20.27 11-52-00-59220 DUNN FIELD ELECTRIC 227.51 804.64 2,100.00 1,295.36 38.32 11-52-00-59500 BLDG MAINT SUPPLIES-RECREATION .00 .00 2,200.00 2,200.00 .00 11-52-00-59510 EQUIP MAINT SUPPL-RECREATION .00 .00 1,000.00 1,000.00 .00 Total PARKS: 30,436.79 132,688.02 454,888.00 322,199.98 29.17 VETERANS PARK 11-52-01-51200 VETS PARKS WAGES 2,946.89 5,725.11 60,759.00 55,033.89 9.42 11-52-01-51250 VETS PARKS OVERTIME 146.16 146.16 3,500.00 3,353.84 4.18 11-52-01-51340 VETS PARK LIFE INSURANCE 10.49 10.66 75.00 64.34 14.21 11-52-01-51345 VETS PARK HEALTH INSURANCE 2,342.72 2,342.72 18,000.00 15,657.28 13.02 11-52-01-51350 VETS PARK DENTAL INSURANCE 133.28 134.85 1,541.00 1,406.15 8.75 11-52-01-51355 VETS PARK VISION INSURANCE 7.71 7.71 55.00 47.29 14.02 11-52-01-51360 VETS PARKS RETIREMENT FUND 239.17 439.20 4,375.00 3,935.80 10.04 11-52-01-51370 VETS PARKS DISABILITY INS .00 .00 50.00 50.00 .00 Page 7 of 24 CITY OF LAKE GENEVA Finance Worksheet - Budget vs. Actual - Parks Page: 2 Period: 04/26 May 08, 2026 01:24PM 2026-26 2026-26 Variance % of Period Current year Current year Current year Budget Account Number Account Title Actual Actual Budget 11-52-01-51520 VETS PARKS SOCIAL SECURITY 231.40 434.98 4,916.00 4,481.02 8.85 11-52-01-52220 VETS PARKS ELECTRICITY 763.25 2,320.51 9,000.00 6,679.49 25.78 11-52-01-52240 VETS PARK GAS HEAT 264.84 1,533.64 1,000.00 533.64- 153.36 11-52-01-52260 VETS PARK WATER & SEWER 383.51 383.51 2,400.00 2,016.49 15.98 11-52-01-53400 VETS PARK OPERATING SUPPLIES 51.94 1,566.09 6,500.00 4,933.91 24.09 11-52-01-53500 BLDG MAINT & REPAIR .00 .00 3,000.00 3,000.00 .00 11-52-01-59520 GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES .00 3,000.00 8,000.00 5,000.00 37.50 Total VETERANS PARK: 7,521.36 18,045.14 123,171.00 105,125.86 14.65 Total PARKS: 37,958.15 151,289.11 603,059.00 451,769.89 25.09 HILLMOOR HILLMOOR 11-62-01-51200 HILLMOOR WAGES .00 2,086.55 40,427.00 38,340.45 5.16 11-62-01-51250 HILLMOOR OVERTIME .00 27.26 .00 27.26- .00 11-62-01-51340 HILLMOOR LIFE INSURANCE .00 .20 20.00 19.80 1.00 11-62-01-51345 HILLMOOR HEALTH INSURANCE .00 23.44 4,000.00 3,976.56 .59 11-62-01-51350 HILLMOOR DENTAL INSURANCE .00 3.08 195.00 191.92 1.58 11-62-01-51355 HILLMOOR VISION INSURANCE .00 .00 20.00 20.00 .00 11-62-01-51360 HILLMOOR RETIREMENT FUND .00 121.11 1,100.00 978.89 11.01 11-62-01-51370 HILLMOOR DISABILITY INS .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 11-62-01-51520 HILLMOOR SOCIAL SECURITY .00 159.55 3,552.00 3,392.45 4.49 11-62-01-53400 HILLMOOR OPERATING SUPPLIES .00 .00 5,000.00 5,000.00 .00 11-62-01-53500 BLDG MAINT & REPAIR .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 11-62-01-59520 GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES .00 37.95 3,500.00 3,462.05 1.08 11-62-01-59530 ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION PLAN .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 11-62-01-59540 PARK PLAN-ZONE 1 .00 .00 .00 .00 .00 11-62-01-59900 OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 3,000.00 12,000.00 36,000.00 24,000.00 33.33 Total HILLMOOR: 3,000.00 14,459.14 93,814.00 79,354.86 15.41 Total HILLMOOR: 3,000.00 14,459.14 93,814.00 79,354.86 15.41 GENERAL FUND Revenue Total: .00 555.95 25,000.00 24,444.05 2.22 GENERAL FUND Expenditure Total: 40,958.15 165,192.30 671,873.00 506,680.70 24.59 Net Total GENERAL FUND: 40,958.15- 164,636.35- 646,873.00- 482,236.65- 25.45 Net Grand Totals: 40,958.15- 164,636.35- 646,873.00- 482,236.65- 25.45 Page 8 of 24 Parks Report To: Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners From: David Winger, Parks Director Subject: 5/19/2026 Director’s Report Executive Summary I. Highlights a. CORP process will kickoff on June 2nd. There was a scheduling conflict moving the start date back. b. Dunn Court Grand Opening Update Department Update II. Operations & Facilities a. City Staff Are Working to get Addresses and Park Locations Zoned Appropriately III. Programs & Events a. Looking to start a beginner and intermediate pickleball league in mid-July to the end of August IV. Finance & Partnerships a. Presentation on starting a Park Foundation b. Looking at sponsorship opportunities Page 9 of 24 5/19/2026 Parks commission agenda – background information I. Item #7: Discussion/Recommendation regarding Spring Plantings by Utility Commission Background for Board Report: Recently we have had conversations with the City Forester on the planting of trees. The project is nearing implementation, with a more detailed planting layout being the primary remaining component. Consideration has also been given to incorporating flowering trees like those in Library Park featuring pink and white blooms. The Forester suggested a Douglas Fir could be set back enough and included for screening purposes. Board Role: Provide direction regarding the desired timing and scope of the proposed plantings. II. Item #8: Discussion/Recommendation regarding amendment to Parks section of City Schedule of Fees Background for Board Report: Since resurfacing the pickleball courts, there has been a lot of interest in organized play, reservations, and open play scheduling. The proposed fees were developed through research and discussions with industry colleagues. Another consideration is whether nonprofit organizations should continue receiving fee exemptions for park and shelter use, or whether an alternative structure should be explored to better account for actual facility use and associated costs. Board Role: Provide input on the proposed amendment to the schedule of fees and discuss the options to determine non-profit park and shelter use. III. Item #9: Discussion/Recommendation regarding possibility of starting a Parks Foundation Background for Board Report: Over the past several months, discussions have taken place regarding the potential formation of a Parks Foundation and the most effective structure for doing so. A presentation is included in the packet outlining opportunities, organizational models, fund types, and associated advantages and challenges. A Parks Foundation could provide an additional mechanism to support capital improvements, long-term maintenance funding, recreational programming enhancements, donor engagement, and grant leveraging opportunities that may not otherwise be achievable through traditional municipal funding alone. A foundation structure may also improve the City’s ability to accept and manage memorial donations, sponsorships, naming opportunities, and project-specific fundraising campaigns. If the City partners with a third-party foundation, endowment funds and capital campaign accounts could potentially be established with reduced administrative burden. Alternatively, establishing an independent organization would likely require dedicated staffing support, creation of a governing board and bylaws, and ongoing administrative and fundraising oversight. In either case, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) would likely need to be developed to define the relationship between the Foundation and the City. Page 10 of 24 At this stage, the discussion is intended to explore potential models, benefits, and operational considerations before determining whether the City should formally pursue creation of a foundation structure. Board Role: Provide direction regarding the preferred foundation structure and partnership model. IV. Item #10: Discussion/Recommendation regarding Park Board skills background for future projects Background for Board Report: As many projects are about to begin, it would be great for all to get a better understanding of the professional backgrounds, interests, and areas of expertise represented on the Board. Board Role: Discuss Board member interests, expertise, and desired areas of involvement related to upcoming park and recreation initiatives. Page 11 of 24 Agenda Item Memo City of Lake Geneva Committee: Park Board Meeting Date: 5/19/2026 Subject / Title: Amendment to Park Fee Schedule Submitted By: David Winger Background / Request The Parks Department is looking to adjust the Parks section of the schedule of fees. Proposed changes are as follows: • Splitting the full day shelter rental into two blocks • Adding a Pickleball section for casual reservations, league play reservations and tournament reservations o We have been approached by several groups looking to reserve time, and we have no mechanism in order to do this at the moment Fiscal Impact / Budget • Estimated Cost: $0 • Funding Source: Click or tap here to enter text.(e.g., General Fund, TID, Water Utility, Grants) • Budget Status: ☐ Within Budget ___________________ ☐ Over Budget ______________________ ☐Budget Amendment Required __________________ • GL Number: _____ (If applicable, note grant awards, cost-sharing, or capital plan references.) Ordinance/Policy Implications/Changes: Both changes would help increase revenue Recommendation: Recommend Park Board recommend the following motion to Council: A. Motion to recommend the proposed changes to the Park section of the schedule of fees and send to the Common Council for approval. Implementation/Next Steps Name of Committee Date of Meeting Original Agenda Item # Outcome Park Board 5/19/2026 Council 5/26/2026 TBD Attachments (list any and all attachments that go with this item and memo) Reviewed by Date: Comments 1 Revised Parks Schedule of Fees Page 12 of 24 626 Geneva Street, Lake Geneva, WI 53147- (262) 248-3673-www.cityoflakegeneva.gov Updated: January 12, 2026 by Resolution 26-R01 1 Schedule of Fees All fees listed are minimums and may be adjusted based on the scope, duration, and impact of use. The City may impose additional conditions as needed. The City may retain overpayments of $2 or less unless a refund is requested. Parks Department Event Permits & Shelter Reservations Private Events (Local Non-Profit Organizations: Exempt from fees for Private Events) Park Use $75.00 per park per day Shelter Reservations – Split in AM & PM Blocks 8 am – 2 pm OR 3 pm – 9 pm Resident: Non-Resident: Full Day: $250.00 per day Brunk Pavilion – per block $200.00 $300.00 1.5*R or NR $125.00 per day Flat Iron Park Gazebo – per block $100.00 $150.00 1.5*R or NR $75.00 per day Seminary Park Shelter – per block $70.00 $105.00 1.5*R or NR $75.00 per day Cobb Park Shelter – per block $70.00 $105.00 1.5*R or NR Rushwood Park Shelter – per block $60.00 X 1.5*R Street Use/Closure $75.00 per day Parking Reservation with Private Events $10.00 admin fee plus daily rate per stall Public Events (Non-Profit Organizations: Exempt from fees for Public Events) Application Fee-if submitted at least 60 days prior to event $100.00 Application Fee- if submitted at least 45 days but fewer than 60 days prior to event $300.00 Park Use $75.00 $100.00 per park per day Shelter Use – Split in AM & PM Blocks 8 am – 2 pm OR 3 pm – 9 pm Resident: Non-Resident: Full Day: $250.00 per day Brunk Pavilion – per block $200.00 $300.00 1.5*R or NR $125.00 per day Flat Iron Park Gazebo – per block $100.00 $150.00 1.5*R or NR Seminary Park Shelter – per block $75.00 per day Page 13 of 24 626 Geneva Street, Lake Geneva, WI 53147- (262) 248-3673-www.cityoflakegeneva.gov Updated: January 12, 2026 by Resolution 26-R01 2 $70.00 $105.00 1.5*R or NR Street Use/Closure $75.00 $100.00 per day Parking Reservation with Public Event $10.00 admin fee plus daily rate per stall Street Banner Display $1.00 per banner per day of display Baseball Tournament Permit Fee-Veteran’s Park $1,000.00 Security Deposit Friday Rental $150.00 Saturday Rental $300.00 Sunday Rental $300.00 Dunn Pickleball Court Fees Court use classifications are determined by activity and may be adjusted by the City as needed. Resident: Non-Resident: Casual Reservations – Limited to 2 courts per person per day. Recurring group scheduling is prohibited. Reservations are not permitted during designated open play hours. $6.00/hr/court $9.00/hr/court Organized League Play $15.00/hr/court City Run League or Tournament Internal Program Fee Half-Day (4 hours) Full-Day (8 hours) Outside Tournament Play $600.00 minimum $1,200.00 minimum Trapping Permit $25.00 annual Page 14 of 24 Agenda Item Memo City of Lake Geneva Committee: Park Board Meeting Date: 5/19/2026 Subject / Title: Starting a Parks Foundation Submitted By: David Winger Background / Request City staff have been exploring options to establish a charitable funding mechanism to support parks, trails, natural areas, recreation amenities, and long-term stewardship projects. Potential models include utilizing a fiscal sponsor to immediately accept tax-deductible donations, establishing an independent 501(c)(3) Lake Geneva Parks Foundation, or utilizing designated City Park funds for project-specific giving. A Parks Foundation could help leverage private philanthropy, grants, memorial donations, sponsorships, and endowment funding to supplement—not replace—City investment, expand the community’s ability to directly invest in the park system, and support future park improvements and capital projects. Fiscal Impact / Budget • Estimated Cost: $310 in start up costs – depends on level of assistance required • Funding Source: P a r k s M i s c e l l a n e o u s (e.g., General Fund, TID, Water Utility, Grants) • Budget Status: ☐ Within Budget ___________________ ☐ Over Budget ______________________ ☐Budget Amendment Required __________________ • GL Number: __11-52-00-53990___ (If applicable, note grant awards, cost-sharing, or capital plan references.) Ordinance/Policy Implications/Changes: No ordinance changes are proposed at this time. Future governance policies, fundraising policies, donor recognition policies, and agreements may be required depending on organizational structure selected. Recommendation: Recommend Park Board recommend the following motion to Council: A. Motion to recommend staff pursue opening capital campaign funds via a fiscal sponsor for projects as donor funds become available and begin evaluating formation of a 501(c)(3) Parks Foundation for long-term maintenance, capital improvement, and operational assistance. Implementation/Next Steps Name of Committee Date of Meeting Original Agenda Item # Outcome Park Board 5/19/2026 Council 5/26/2026 TBD Attachments (list any and all attachments that go with this item and memo) Reviewed by Date: Comments 1 Parks Foundation Options Presentation Page 15 of 24 Parks F o u n d a t i o n Discussion on Options Page 16 of 24 An Untapped Asset We have something special: lakefront, natural areas, Hillmoor, trails, and engaged residents ready to invest in them. What if we fully realized this potential? Active residents = lower healthcare costs Gathering spaces strengthen social fabric Multi-generational spaces build community memory Build Healthier, Connected Communities Ecological restoration preserves natural beauty Connected trail systems let people experience our landscape Thoughtful stewardship ensures we leave more than we inherited Protect What Makes Us Special: Madison’s arboretum & lakefront trails define the city Milwaukee’s lakefront & park system are their signature Create Community Identity: What Great Parks Systems Do Page 17 of 24 What Residents AreReady to Support What Residents Want Most Top Priorities Vison Trail Connectivity Imagine biking safely from downtown to Hillmoor to Big Foot Beach Restored Natural Areas Hillmoor as an ecological showcase AND community asset Connected Experiences Every park linked by trails signage, and purpose 56% of residents want MORE investment in bicycle facilities 62% currently drive to OTHER communities for recreation (we can win them back) Strong support for conservation and community access working together 01: The Demand A family can: Bike safely from their neighborhood to Hillmoor Explore restored prairies and natural areas Connect to downtown via the Curtis Street path Access the lakefront without driving Experience world-class parks without leaving Lake Geneva 02: What This Could Look Like The Opportunity: Residents are telling us they want this AND they're willing to support it. We're not asking them to settle for less - we're inviting them to help us build more. *Information from 2021-2026 CORP - to be updated by 2026- 2031 CORP* Page 18 of 24 M O D E L S T H A T W O R K M O D E L S T H A T W O R K Learning from Success Stories Established Foundations They think bigger than annual budgets: Major capital campaigns for signature projects Supplement, not replace, City funding - allows both maintenance AND transformation Fiscal Sponsor (3 Party Foundation)rd T h e y G i v e C o m m u n i t y O w n e r s h i p : D o n o r s s e e t h e i r n a m e o n t r a i l s , b e n c h e s , s i g n a t u r e p r o j e c t s P h i l a n t h r o p y c r e a t e s a d v o c a t e s , n o t j u s t d o l l a r s T h e y B u i l d P e r m a n e n t C a p a c i t y : I n v e s t t o d a y , f u n d m a i n t e n a n c e f o r e v e r S u s t a i n a b l e f u n d i n g t h a t o u t l a s t s a n y b u d g e t c y c l e C r i t i c a l L e s s o n f r o m M i l w a u k e e & M a d i s o n : " M o s t 3 r d p a r t y s p o n s o r s o n l y l e t y o u a c c e s s i n t e r e s t e a r n e d o n e n d o w m e n t s , n o t t h e p r i n c i p a l . A l w a y s n e g o t i a t e c o r p u s a c c e s s f o r m a j o r p r o j e c t s , o r b u i l d y o u r o w n f o u n d a t i o n f o r l o n g - t e r m c o n t r o l ” Page 19 of 24 T H R E E P A T H S F O R W A R D T H R E E P A T H S F O R W A R D Funding Mechanisms - What Each Enables Start Independent Parks FoundationUse Fiscal Sponsor Designated & Restricted City Fund Pros: Start raising funds immediately They handle accounting, tax filings, compliance Professional management Cons: Default: Endowment interest only. Principal access must be negotiated 1-5% annually forever Best for: Short-term capital campaigns Pros: All funds available for projects Local board makes decisions One-time setup, minimal ongoing fees Cons: Months to establish 501(c)(3) Need quality working board members Setup requires legal, filing, governance documents Best for: Permanent endowments, flexibility Pros: Direct city control Project-specific campaigns Simple administration Cons: Some donors prefer giving only to "parks" Fewer grant opportunities (not separate 501c3) Less insulation from budget politics Best for: Supplemental funding, not transformational investment Page 20 of 24 G O V E R N A N C E G O V E R N A N C E Built For Success Parks & Other City Departments The Builders Park Board The Voice of the Community Parks Foundation The Catalyst They ensure: Long-term vision reflects community values All parks serve public interest Projects align with resident priorities City and Foundation work together Their role with Foundation: Provide strategic direction on what community needs most They deliver: Professional park management Quality maintenance and operations Project implementation Daily stewardship of our assets Their role with Foundation: Parks Department identifies opportunities and manage Foundation-funded projects They enable: Private philanthropy for public parks Funding beyond annual city budget Donor engagement and stewardship Endowment growth for permanent support Their role: Make possible what tax dollars alone can't fund Page 21 of 24 How It Works inPractice *Only an example* Community identifies a high priority project CORP will help infer this 01 Park Board validates it aligns with system vison Through prioritization matrix 02 Parks Department develops plan and identifies cost of $800k. City, through department recommendation, allocates $300k over 2 years from CIP 03 Parks Foundation raises $500k to accelerate and enhance project 04 Result: Project happens in 2 years instead of 5 and includes better amenities 05 Page 22 of 24 The Opportunity Start Fast, Build Permanent Launch Capital Campaign: Partner with fiscal sponsor Begin raising funds immediately for specific projects Parks Foundation Formation: File 501(c)(3) for independent Lake Geneva Parks Foundation Recruit board members from community Begin building permanent endowment Establish governance and grant processes Simultaneously pursue both capital campaign AND independent foundation formation Phase 1: Launch (2026) Campaigns Deliver: Community sees results of philanthropy Donors experience impact of their gifts Momentum builds for next projects Parks Foundation Grows: Funding accumulates through annual giving, bequests, major gifts Small grants demonstrate impact across all parks Volunteer board builds expertise and relationships Permanent capacity takes root Phase 2: Build Momentum (2027-2032) Early Campaigns Complete: Transfer remaining funds to Parks Foundation Lessons learned applied to next campaigns Donor base established and engaged Parks Foundation Matures: Manages all charitable funds locally Endowment generates sustainable annual funding Community ownership fully established Lake Geneva parks funded for generations Phase 3: Sustainable Future (2032+) Page 23 of 24 Together We can continue to have moments like this through an invitation. The opportunity is here. The community is ready. Let's build this together. An invitation to build something that outlasts all of us. An invitation to give our residents—and our children—a park system they never have to leave town to experience. Page 24 of 24