Title
a. Receive the draft Monterey County Lakes Operation Plan; and
b. Provide recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Parks Commission:
a. Receive the draft Monterey County Lakes Operation Plan; and
b. Provide recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.
SUMMARY:
In August 2018, staff presented financial reports for the Lakes that led to the Board requesting a business plan for lake operations. In the subsequent months, discussions were held with the Parks Ad Hoc Committee and County Administrative Office regarding alternatives for Lake operations that would be the basis for development of a plan. Options ranged from a third-party managing both lakes to County managing both lakes.
On January 15, 2019, the Board of Supervisors (Board) selected an option whereby Lake San Antonio (LSA) would transition to be managed entirely by the County, no longer part of the enterprise fund. Lake Nacimiento (Nacimiento) would continue to operate under a third-party agreement through the enterprise fund. County would retain responsibility for capital improvements at both facilities. This context was the basis for a draft "Monterey County Lakes Operation Plan" that was released on March 20, 2019.
As currently drafted, the "Draft Plan" provides a business analysis and outline for operations specifically at LSA (North and South Shores) as a regional park which could include overnight camping, boating and events. The draft plan also includes some information on Nacimiento as County staff will have responsibility for strict oversight of that management agreement and capital improvements.
The Draft Plan includes a 5-year capital plan as well as a staffing/transition plan that have budgetary implications:
Capital Plan. For FY 2018/19 staff recommends funding $1,893,343 in capital improvements that generate revenue that would not otherwise be realized. This includes new boats and lodge repairs for units at L...
Click here for full text