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<br /> , e <br /> pier rates, page 2 <br /> These rates compare favorably to the other sites described above. Because this is a joint venture with <br /> Harris County, I do not believe that a resident, non-resident rate is appropriate for our pier. <br /> Limited free use by Disabled Persons, if approved, would be a very good public relations tool (fishing <br /> is one of the few sport/pastimes that lends itself to mentally and physically challenged individuals), and <br /> apparently no one else is offering free fishing for the handicapped (except The Galley). I do believe it <br /> would be necessary to impose a limit of some kind. Free unlimited access by disabled persons could, <br /> at some point, have the potential for monopolization of available space by handicapped persons, thus not <br /> allowing others access to the pier. I do not believe that this proposal would cause an inordinate financial <br /> burden if implemented, based on the imposed limit of 25 individuals free each day; in fact we probably <br /> would never have more than 25 disabled persons per day at the pier. <br /> Another reason these prices were chosen is to simplify cash management procedures such as bookkeeping <br /> for the City, and changemaking for the Concessionaire. According to the Agreement, the revenues are <br /> to be split into equal thirds between the City, Harris County, and the Concessionaire. This price <br /> configuration accomplishes those targets and offers a fair and equitable return to the City on its <br /> investment toward recreational opportunities for its citizens as well. <br /> Staff recommends the approval of the Sylvan Beach Fishing Pier Admission Rates as proposed. Should <br /> you have any questions or desire further information, please contact me. <br /> SB/pieradfe. mem <br /> xc: John Joerns, Assistant City Manager <br />