Recreational users are getting a break in the Lumby area.
The Regional District of North Okanagan board has adopted 2011/2012 fees for the White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee. It includes no increase in fees for public skating and swimming.
Director Eugene Foisy says the decision was made not to hike public swimming and skating fees because of the negative impact the recession has had on families.
“People are having a hard time and the money’s just not there for them,” he said.
There has been some concern that some residents are foregoing recreational pursuits because of the cost.
A recent staff report indicated that there was a decrease in revenue for the pool and arena from 2009 to 2010 even though fees went up last year.
However, Lumby area residents will have to dig a little deeper for some recreational activities.
Fees for rentals, such as ice time and field use, will climb two per cent to cover utilities, materials and labour.
The RDNO board has also given approval to fees for parks and recreation facilities in Greater Vernon.
Fees for public skating and swimming will not increase but those for rental of fields and facilities will climb two per cent.
