Attendance was down at City pools this year, but revenue was greater.
Manhattan City Commissioner’s learned why Tuesday night, as they were presented with a 2015 aquatics report.
Director of Parks and Recreation, Eddie Estes spoke to commissioners about the results of the report at a city commission work session.
The session included a look at attendance numbers, expense information, an overview of the pools staffing and a discussion about pool passes.
Punch passes purchased in previous years were set to expire in 2099 – this requires the City to honor any unused admission sold before 2014.
City Administration has determined that there is approximately $50,000 in unused pool admissions that will be available for the 2016 season.
Pool attendance in 2015 was 8,716 swimmers less than it was in 2014, but despite the dip – revenue didn’t sink.
Revenue for the year eclipsed 2014 by $62,392.00.
Out of the pool and back on dry land – the commission heard from Flint Hills Discovery Center Director, Fred Goss as he gave the center’s year-end report.
The report paid special attention to the Discovery Center’s focus on family friendly exhibits and special events.
The FHDC Foundation is wrapping up its most successful year since its inception.
In 2015 the Discovery Center saw a $750,000.00 donation from Marty Vanier and Bob Krause, resulting in the naming of the Horizon Ranch Flint Hills Immersive Theater.
In addition, commissioners were informed of $500,000 in private funds that were dedicated to debt reduction for the permanent exhibits at the Discovery Center.
