The Westminster Mayor and Common Council adopted Resolution No. 25-10 on Nov. 10, 2025, establishing a fee schedule for the Wakefield Valley Clubhouse and Pavilion following the facility's renovation. The council approved the resolution by voice vote after a discussion of funding sources and pricing structure.

City Administrator Simos told the council staff recommended adoption to defray the cost of improvements and offset inflationary operating costs. "Staff recommends that the mayor and common council adopt Resolution 25-10, establishing the fees for Wakefield Valley Clubhouse and Pavilion," Simos said.

Council discussion focused on how the project was funded and how the fee schedule was structured. Councilmember Preckenstein, chair of the finance committee, described the Wakefield Valley project as a long-term legacy effort and said the schedule uses a more flexible, market-responsive approach. "I think they call it dynamic pricing," Preckenstein said, adding that the city intends to ensure city residents—and businesses located in the city—always receive the lowest available rate.

Preckenstein explained the renovation was funded largely with state and federal money, and the city moved funds originally appropriated for a pavilion to complete the clubhouse work after siting changes allowed the transfer of those grant dollars. He emphasized the goal was not to generate a profit but to cover long-term maintenance and future improvements.

A motion to adopt Resolution No. 25-10 was made by Councilmember Pecoraro and seconded by Councilmember Cooper. The presiding officer called for a voice vote; "the ayes have it," and the council adopted the resolution.

What the resolution does and next steps
Resolution No. 25-10 amends the city's general fee schedule to include charges for use of the Wakefield Valley Clubhouse and Pavilion; it accompanies the facility's opening and is intended to produce operating revenues sufficient to maintain the space. City staff will roll out the new reservation process and rates and monitor how the schedule performs in the marketplace; the finance committee indicated it will consider adjustments over time based on actual demand and operating costs.

Background and funding
The city entered a contractual agreement with Wickersham Construction and Engineering Inc. to renovate the Wakefield Valley Clubhouse and Pavilion during fiscal 2024. Council and staff repeatedly noted that state and federal funds covered most construction costs and that ARPA funds were used earlier in the master-planning phase; the adoption of fees is intended to keep future taxpayer contributions minimal while providing resources for upkeep and modest enhancements over time.

The council did not provide a roll-call tally for the vote; adoption was recorded by voice as a unanimous 'ayes' vote. The new fees become effective per the schedule in the adopted resolution and staff guidance; administration will notify the public when reservations and bookings open.