Summary
Dublin is reviewing its sports field rental rates to address a $1.3 million annual taxpayer subsidy for grass fields. Fees haven't been raised since 2012, while maintenance costs have climbed significantly.
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Last discussed Mar 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
Reduces the General Fund operating subsidy by increasing cost recovery from 16% to roughly 25%-30% over five years.
Dublin taxpayers, who currently shoulder an 84% subsidy for grass field maintenance.
Youth sports leagues, local non-profits, and commercial users who will face incremental hourly rental rate increases.
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