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necessary from year to year, it is recommended that additional separation of these funds be considered to fully represent actual funding adjustments necessary from year to year.

In 2008, a new-cost tracking system will be implemented in Parks & Open Space, with the expected results providing consistent and accurate cost tracking.

Recreation Services uses different tracking software for allocating expenses by labor, material, supplies, etc. The division is satisfied that the software meets its needs; no changes are anticipated.

Dublin's economic future looks bright. As such, City Council is not in favor of the

commercialization of City-owned facilities. In addition, the City's financial condition does not warrant the solicitation of earned income options at this time.

Dublin's philosophy regarding the provision of recreation facilities and services is that local government should provide those that are based on general recreation and benefit large segments of the population.

Additionally, the private sector or special interest groups should be responsible for providing facilities and services for specific, competitive or alternative activities.

There are perceptions among some community groups that the City’s responsibility is to expand offerings to accommodate additional levels of service. Examples include requests to provide additional indoor swimming facilities, gymnasium space and athletic fields for specific groups within the community. While the City partners with organizations and local school systems on mutually beneficial projects, there are limits to the facilities and services provided by the City that would only serve a small segment of Dublin's population.

In addition, some neighborhoods perceive that certain parks are exclusively for use by their residents. While designed with neighborhood input and use in mind, these facilities remain public. Residents, corporate citizens and visitors are welcome at all public parks and facilities to enjoy the benefits offered by recreating in an attractive setting.

The department currently has formal

agreements with a variety of service providers within the Dublin community.

Each of these agreements is designed to maximize the use of existing resources, widen the scope of offerings to the community, and provide opportunities for growth in areas with excessive limitations (space, staffing expertise, cost, etc.).