As the city of Round Rock makes headway in projects to expand and improve city facilities, such as those in Old Settlers Park, a measure to increase some usage fees is under consideration by the city's council.
What you need to know
Round Rock Parks & Recreation Director Rick Atkins shared a proposal to raise rates for some city facilities at an April 21 council packet briefing. The increases reflect improvements to these facilities, he said, and remain some of the lowest compared to neighboring areas.
The details
Changes to entry and reservation fees are under consideration for the following facilities:
- Rock'N River Water Park: $6 increase in price for day pass tickets, $18 for youth tickets and $20 for adults. This is accompanied by a $10 increase to the cost of family passes, bringing the fee to $245 for a family of four.
- Baseball and softball: Atkins said the proposed daily rental rate of $200 is an increase of $140. Lighting fees will also increase from $18 to $25 per hour.
- Pavilions: Rental rates for standard neighborhood pavilions owned by the city will increase to $100. Specific pavilions targeted for a different rate increase. This includes the Backyard Pavilion, up to $300 for four hours and $50 for each additional hour, and the Lakeview Pavilion, up to $600 for four hours and $100 for each additional hour.
Additional information about the proposed fee changes is available on the
council's online meeting agenda.
What's next?
Council will consider the measure for a vote during its April 23 meeting, at 6 p.m. in City Hall, at 221 E. Main St., Round Rock. Additional information about Round Rock City Council meetings, norms and procedures is available at www.roundrocktexas.gov/city-about-round-rock/city-council.
