Subject:
Title
Approval, Re: Changes to Campground Reservation Policy - Districts 1 and 3
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Fiscal Impact:
It is anticipated that these changes will increase the revenue generated at Manatee Hammock (Fund 0022), Wickham Park (Fund 0017), and Long Point (Fund 0023) Campgrounds. Revenues from these three campgrounds remain in their respective funds for operations, maintenance, and improvements.
Dept/Office:
Parks and Recreation
Requested Action:
Recommendation
It is requested that the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC):
Approve and authorize the Chair to sign the attached resolution regarding a change to the Parks and Recreation Campground Reservation Policy,
Authorize the Length of Stay at Manatee Hammock Campground to be for a maximum of 168 days per reservation and Long Point Campground for a maximum of 120 days per reservation and maintain 14 day reservation maximums for tent campers,
Authorize Advanced Reservations at all three campgrounds to be a maximum of 12 months for non-residents and 13 months for residents, and
Authorize the County Manager to execute all necessary budget amendments (BCRs) or other administrative actions necessary to support these actions.
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Summary Explanation and Background:
The Brevard County Parks and Recreation Department (P&R) operates three campgrounds: Manatee Hammock (7275 South US Highway 1, Titusville, FL 32780), Wickham Park (2500 Parkway Drive, Melbourne, FL 32935), and Long Point (700 Long Point Road, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951).
Prior to November 2022, the Length of Stay at all three locations was a maximum of 168 days, Advanced Reservations were allowed for up to 12 months, and there were no Premium Fees (for example, sites with water access). In November 2022, the length of stay was decreased from 168 days to 90 days and Advance Reservations were changed to 12 months for non-residents and 13 months for residents. Then in October 2024, Advance Reservations for non-residents was reduced to 6 months for all...
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