Franklin County 1Natmds Setting, far Opportity MEMORANDUM TO: All Members of the Franklin County Board of Supervisors FROM: Amy R. Renick, Clerk REF: Monthly Reports This section of the folder is reserved for the various reports that are submitted on ar monthly basis. The reports included are as follows: 1. Sheriff's Department Monthly Report 2. Treasurer's Monthly Report 3. Finance Monthly Report 4. Building Inspector's Monthly Report 5. Planning 6. Library Monthly Report 7. Social Services Monthly Report 8. Animal Control Monthly Report 9. Parks and Recreation Monthly Report 1 Office of the Sheriff * R County of Sranklin, Dirginia - flap 2025/Bpril 2025 VA ACTIVITY MAY APR 9-1-1 Calls 1,948 1,944 Calls for Service 4,417 3,947 Average Response 3:21 3:39 Administrative Calls 3,608 3,283 Reportable Offenses 226 215 Criminal Arrest 126 167 Felony Warrants 66 105 Misdemeanor Warrants 86 119 DUIDUID Arrests 11 12 Traffic Summons 433 328 Radar Summons 90 58 Traffic Warnings 569 490 Hours In Court 53:38 41:11 Hrs. School Security Checks 30:04 12:09 Business Checks 604 528 Training Hours 612 440 Extra Duty Hours 873 907.5 Funerals 29 14 Concealed Weapon Permits 82 67 Scrap Metal Permits 0 0 Emergency Custody Orders 7 9 Temporary Custody Orders 6 8 Civil Papers Served 1,472 1507 Transports 54 67 Average Local Inmate Count 49 49 Average WVRJ Inmate Count 151 150 Miles Driven 116,456 105,532 W. Q. "Ba" Overtons. Jr., Sheriff - 2 Franklin County Treasurer's Report May 31, 2025 Cashi in Office $ 2,260.00 Borrowing Proceeds Held by Trustee 8,588,898.10 Primary County Checking Account 5,367,462.12 Money Market Acct 49,251,006.64 Other Checking, Savings Accounts $ 25,041,119.38 88,250,746.24 General Fund Cash Balance $ 29,420,821.86 Designated Funds: Federal Asset Forfeiture Fund 179,988.69 Courthouse Maintenance Fund 411,167.25 School Fund 0.00 School Construction Fund (4,711,030.93) Cafeteria Fund 1,049,341.08 Health & Dental Fund 1,264,892.91 E911 Fund 2,148,026.57 Law Library 204,724.75 Capital Fund 41,492,453.93 Capital Fund Borrowing Proceeds 8,588,898.10 County Debt Service Fund 6,183,265.41 Utility Fund 351,388.35 Special Welfare Fund 67,007.44 Treasurer State Fund 3,455.94 Tourism Initiatives 7,500.00 Payroll Clearing Fund 664,007.00 Escrow Accounts: Road Funds 0.00 Soil and Erosion Control 920,837.89 Library Endowment Fund 4,000.00 $ 88,250,746.24 3 Franklin County Franklin County Cash Basis Revenue and Expenditure Summaries (Unaudited) General Fund and School Fund Only For the Month Ended May 31, 2025 REVENU ES: Budget and Actual Balance Appropriations Year to Date To Be Percent Current Ycar Revenues Realized of Budget General Property Taxes 69,813,454 48,434,860 (21,378,594) 69.4% Other Local Taxes 15,541,945 14,660,604 (881,341) 94.3% Permits, Fees and Liçenses 595,181 726,875 131,694 122.1% Fines and Forfeitures 59,155 121,785 62,630 205.9% Revenue from the use of Money and Property 2,189,040 2,330,323 141,283 106.5% Charges for Services 3,359,350 3,467,691 108,341 103.2% Miscellaneous Revenue 1,052,438 896,869 (155,569) 85.2% Recovered Costs 1,720,904 1,801,243 80,339 104.7% Revenue from the Commontwealth 19,462,981 18,549,681 (913,300) 95.3% Federal Government 5,280,975 5,096,763 (184,212) 96.5% Total 119,075,423 96,086,693 (22,988,729) 80.7% Transfer/Fund Balance/Carryover Funds Federal Revenues Transfers 4,066,635 (98,280) Total General Fund 123,142,058 95,988,413 77.9% Schools Cafeteria, Misc, State, Federal 59,953,440 54,527,678 (5,425,763) 91.0% Local Funding from County 37,688,490 36,857,926 Total School Fund 97,641,930 91,385,603 (5,425,763) 93.6% EXPENDITURES: Budget and Actual Balance Appropriations Year to Date Percent Current Ycar Expenditurcs Expended of Budget General and Financial Administration 7,359,481 6,160,572 1,198,909 83.7% Judicial Administration 4,312,473 3,685,541 626,932 85.5% Public Safety (Sheriff, Corrections, Fire, EMS) 24,450,881 21,387,482 3,063,399 87.5% Public Works 5,891,759 5,543,394 348,366 94.1% Health and Welfare 19,447,561 16,305,516 3,142,045 83.8% Parks, Recreation, Libraries, Community Colleg 3,448,971 2,949,956 499,015 85.5% Community Development 4,500,799 3,908,905 591,894 86.8% Transfers to Schools, Capital, Debt 53,730,132 50,986,884 2,743,248 94.9% Total General Fund 123,142,058 110,928,250 12,213,808 90.1% School Fund 97,641,930 94,264,443 3,377,487 96.5% 3A Franklin County 30,000,000.00 General Fund Actual Revenues by Month 25,000,000.00 20,000,000.00 15,000,000.00 FY23-24 - FY24-25 10,000,000.00 5,000,000.00 0.00 4 A / / / / / / d A FY23-24 FY24-25 Total Revenues Year to Date $22,615,490 $5,074,673 Franklin County 40,000,000 General Fund Actual Expenditures by Month 35,000,000 30,000,000 25,000,000 20,000,000 4 FY23-24 15,000,000 - FY24-25 10,000,000 5,000,000 A / / / / A / d $A FY23-24 FY24-25 Total Expenditures Year to Date $5,596,446 $9,672,783 8 8 I 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 & 3 le * a - : : a # - I : 8 a 4 Count o a 8 3 8 & - D o 2 & o e de : * o 0000 o 0o o o D e e D & o : $ : l& & s o o o o à o o o o o o o o : a 8 - - N o o 00000 o e NO > N o 2 N e ) o 2 J R 8 * à 4 00 o K 5 o o N o N 2 o 4 o o o 4 3 0o o o 0o 0o 0 o 2 * o 2 a $ a > o 5 o 0 o o o o N 2 D D o D o 5 I 00000000 0o 0o o o o o o e I E € * a N 3 o 3 1 3 o o o o - 00 o o o - o o o o o o N N e 5 de N 1 oo a o 0o o o o 3 N - 2 3 9 o 2 5 > ot 6 a 9 8 6 6 R 5 2 Valuation e à E : E 3 I * 8 & & 3 8 8 8 & 8 df E 8 8 8 : d8 & f d& 8 & & & & - S 6 % 8 & l & & 3 5 5 6 d& S 8 6 & tf & 5 e & S df S $8 8 8 % de & 8 $ df 6 5 df % df 8 e 8 d8 e f 8 8 e % 3 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 & df 8 & 8 8 : R 3 % 3 E 8 & d& & 8 8 df 8 8 df df 8 df de 3 : 8 $ 8 13 $ 5 5 df & & 8 8 8 8 d& 8 & & & & 8 & : 4 6 5 & & 8 8 8 e 6 a % de - Count 8 8 8 8 8 a € : 3 8 a 3 35 $ 3 : 9 8 N do o a @ o a s a B e 3 :8. 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NEW APPLICATIONS PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING July 8, 2025 SPEC-05-25-18319 Applicant: Chuck Timpe Owners: Daniel & Maria Inez Perez Timpe Parcel ID#: 0440019020 Address: Riverbend Drive Election District: Union Hall Special Use Permit: To allow for a Home-second single-family detached dwelling on a lot REZ0-06-25-18321 Applicant: Seth Criner Owner: Amy Criner Parcel ID#: 0470005200; 0470005209 Address: Burnt Chimney Road/Royal Estates Blvd Election District: Union Hall Zoning Map Amendment: To rezone from R-1 to A-1 in order to allow agricultural uses on both properties and construction of a garage and carport to be used for farm equipment and storage oftrucks of existing business - 1 June 2025 Franklin County A Natura! Setting for Opportmity Planning MONTHLY CURRENT APPLICATIONS BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MEETING- Junc 3, 2025 The June 3rd meeting has been canceled due to no new applications. WITHDRAWN VAR-04-25-18289 Applicants and Owners: Karen DePauw & Shelli Fowler Parcel ID#: 0310104900 Address: 79 Overlook Circle, Moneta, VA 24121 Election District: Gills Creek Variance Request: To allow for a 33-foot variance to the front yard setback to construct a detached garage with bonus room CURRENT APPLICATIONS PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING- June 10, 2025 SPEC-04-25-18287 Applicant: Judy Wisler Owner: WPW Properties, LLC Parcel ID#: 0360011200 Address: 3111 Bonbrook Mill Rd, Wirtz, VA 24184 Election District: Boone Special Use Permit: To allow for short-term tourist rental of dwelling SPEC-04-25-18286 Applicant: Brams, Inc. Owner: Billy and Deborah Martin Parcel ID#: 0470000300; 0470000400 Address: 6432 Burnt Chimney Road, Wirtz, VA 24184 Election District: Union Hall Special Use Permit: To allow for self service storage facility, with RV/boat storage facility/hobby garage buildings CONF-05-25-18298 Applicant: US Cellular Owner: Carline M Deal Parcel ID#: 1120006501 Address: 730 Providence Church Rd, Henry, VA 24102 Election District: Blue Ridge Conformance Review: To assess a proposed wireless tower 190' in height with a 4' lightning rod totaling at 194' in height for a conformance review with the Franklin County Comprehensive Plan CURRENT APPLICATIONS BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING June 17,2025 SPEC-03-25-18247 Applicants: Edwards Solar Farm, LLC Owners: Penny Edwards Blue, Ronald B Ed wards, and Ruby E Penn Parcel ID#: 0660010100; 0660003900 Address: 300 Edwardsway Road, Union Hall, VA 24176 Election District: Union Hall Special Use Permit: To construct and operate a solar generator facility, utility scale with a maximum nameplate Capaci ty up to 5-Megawatts alternating current (MWac) 2 June 2025 Franklin County A Natura! Setting for Opportmity Planning MONTHLY RESULT OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OFZONING. APPEALS- May 6, 2025 VAR-04-25-18267 Applicant and Owner: Bruce and Susan Twiddy Parcel ID#: 0360115200 Address: 1807 Rock Lily Road, Wirtz, VA 24184 Election District: Boone Variance Request: To obtain a variance of five (5') feet to reduce the front yard setback from thirty (30') feet to twenty -five (25') feet to allow for the construction of an 18' x5 5' porch addition APPROVED 4-0-3-0 (Worley, Cooper, and Lee Absent) RESULT OF PUBLIC HEARING PLANNING COMMISSION HEARING- May 13,2025 CONF-03-25-18246 Applicants: Edwards Solar Farm, LLC Owners: Penny Edwards Blue, Ronald B Ed wards, and Ruby E Penn Parcel ID#: 0660010100; 0660003900 Address: 280 & 300 Edwardsway Road, Union Hall, VA 24176 Election District: Union Hall Conformance Review: To assess a solar generator facility, utility scale project' s conformance with the Franklin County Comprehensive Plan APPROVED 7-0-0-0 SPEC-03-25-18247 Applicants: Edwards Solar Farm, LLC Owners: Penny Edwards Blue, Ronald B Ed wards, and Ruby E Penn Parcel ID#: 0660010100; 0660003900 Address: 300 Edwardsway Road, Union Hall, VA 24176 Election District: Union Hall Special Use Permit: To construct and operate a solar generator facility, utility scale with a maximum nameplate Capaci ty up to 5-Megawatts alternating current (MWac) APPROVED 7-0-0-0 WITHDRAI WN SPEC-04-25-18269 Applicants and Owners: GBSR Property Ventures, LLC Parcel ID#: 0300001405 Address: 13595 Booker T Washington Hwy, Moneta, VA 24121 Election District: Gills Creek Special Use Permit: To allow for a daycare facility in the basement of the existing building RESULT OF PUBLICI HEARING BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING- May 20, 2025 REZO-02-25-18230 Applicant: Michael Turner Owner: Linda Simpson Parcel ID#: 0650005601 Address: 7550 Old Franklin Turnpike, Glade Hill, VA 24092 Election District: Union Hall Zoning Map Amendment: To rezone the property from B-2, General Business District, to A-1, Agricultural, to use the existing building as a single-family dwelling APPROVED 6-0-1-0 (Quinn Absent) A-04-25-001 Applicant: County of Franklin 2045 Comprehensive Plan Adoption: The Planning Commission will review and make a recommendation to the Board ofSupervisors concerning the adoption of the 2045 Comprehensive Plan. NO ACTION TAKEN 3 June 2025 Franklin County ANata! for Opportimity Serting Planning MONTHLY June 2025 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 : 7 Deadline for New Canceled: BZA Applications Meeting 6pm Site Visits 10 DRT Meeting 11 12 13 14 10:30am PCI Meeting 6pm 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 BOS Meeting 6pm Juneteenth- County Offices Closed 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 4 - FRANKLIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD MINUTES FOR MAY 13, 2025 MEMBERS PRESENT: Will Mitchell, chairman, Marilyn Amerson, Bethany Worley, Ruth Cook and director Rebecca Ventola, The federal government has shut down the Information and Library Science Museum. There are many questions about the future. The chairman called the meeting to order and the financial report and minutes were approved. The director shared the library budget that the board of supervisors passed. The patron count for kids, teens, adults and outreach can be seen on the Monthly Library Update. Numbers continue to improve. APRIL LIBRARY UPDATES: Starting our smartphone series at Essig Center and Westlake Library. Adult class registrations continue to fill up with waiting list especially for food and craft programs. May's programs feature Container Gardening, Chinese-Inspired Watercolor Painting, Homemade lotion, Creamy Asparagus Soup and springtime crafts for Craftworks. The bookmobile is finishing up the school routes this month and we will be starting Park Storytimes in June. The children's department theme for summer learning is "Color Our World". There will be theater performers, a magician, special story times and a big fun kickoff event planned for. June. Handouts advertising the summer events will be distributed at the county schools. The Tiny Art Museum will again be displayed upstairs and will be displayed all summer. FROM THE DIRECTOR'S DESK: The Dolly Parton Imagination Library funded by the Foundation now has 1457 children registered. Room reno continues by completely emptying the Friends book sale area. Painting and carpet should be completed before June 30. Panic Buttons in the Main Library and Westlake Library are to be installed the week of May 19. Cameras were improved in places. There have been recent offensive calls to the library. The Staff Engagement Committee continues to offer fun for the staff. The Easter Bunny gave stuffed Easter Eggs to all staff as they were "EGGstra Special". This month staff will tie-dye-t-shirts to wear for the Summer Reading Theme. The staff will also receive pre-printed tees for the summer. Summer Learning kicks off June 11 with celebrations in Rocky Mount and Westlake. Programs feature Mill Mountain Theatre fractured fairy tales, and author Bob Shea virtual visit. Assistant Director, May has been updating the circulation staff training manual which will be available next month. Staff training will follow soon. There being no old business or new business the meeting was adjourned. Ruth Cook, secretary C OUR sa A HR ( R S C - 2025 Summmerlecming Program Fhankin CDADAptm 355D EtankinStredt RodsyMount, Virginfa 24151 FRANKLIN COUNTY (540)483-3098 Public System Franklin Library Co. Public Library Mauyhhhafymgp These materials and the activity described herein, are not sponsored or endorsed by the Franklin County School Board. ROGN9 MOLNT 2025 GALENDAR OF EVENTS WESTLARE SLP Kickoff-Rocky Mount: SLP Kickoff Party Westlake: Books and Badges @ Mary Elizabeth Park Color and Creativity 6/11/2025 10:00a-12:00p 6/11/2025 3:00p-4:30p Super Summer Story Times Super Summer Story Times 10:30a-11:30a 10:30a-11:30a Recommended for Recommended for ages 0-6 ages 0-6 6/18-Sand Art Rain date: 6/20 6/12 - Henri Matisse inspired Cut Paper 7/9-Bubble Art Rain date: 7/11 Collage 7/23-Chalk Art Rain date: 7/25 7/17- Antoni Gaudi inspired Mosaics 8/6-Fingerpaint Art Rain date: 8/8 7/31- Louise Bourgeois inspired Weaving 8/14-John Cage inspired Music with Dairy Month Story Time Everyday Objects 6/25/2025 10:30a-11:30a The Tortoise and the Hare Dairy Month Story Time presented by Pork Chop Productions 6/26/2025 10:30a-11:30a 6/30/2025 2:00p The Tortoise and the Hare Rainbow Fish presented by Pork Chop Productions presented by Mill Mountain Theatre 6/30/2025 11:00a 7/10/2025 3:00p Virtual Visit with Author/llustrator Rainbow Fish Bob Shea presented by Mill Mountain Theatre Recommended for ages 5+ 7/10/2025 11:00a 7/16/2025 11:00a Virtual Visit with Author/llustrator Bob Shea "Color Your World" Recommended for ages 5+ with Steve the Amazing Teacher 7/16/2025 11:00a 7/24/2025 2:00p Indoor Mini Golf "Color Your World" 7/30/2025 10:00a-4:00p with Steve the Amazing Teacher 7/24/2025 11:00a 2025 READING CHALLENGES June 1- August16 READ BOOKS TO EARN AWESOME ARTSY REWARDS Kids/Teens who register between June 1- June 11 are eligible for our JUMPSTART SUMMER ART SET! Kids read 10 books, Teens read 5 books to earn prizes: Kids: Watercolor or Rainbow Scratch Kit Teens: Watercolor Masterpiece kit Collectible Brag Tags Coupons from DQ, Benny Adelina's, Hot Shots Mini Golf, & The Whole Bean Coffee House Chances to win our grand prize: MEGA ART SETS! CALENDARS How to Start: SEE OUR TEEN a ADULT Parents use EVENTS! the website mnatinompakamssan FOR OTHER SPECIAL SUMMER to create an account and/or register each participating family member. If you have any questions, please contact library staff. (540) 483-3098, opt. #2 Thankyou to all our sponsors: Friends of the Franklin County Library, Benny Adelina's, DQ, Hot Shots Mini Golf, The Whole Bean Coffee House anminamyabantxtot punez025 LIBRARY HAPPENINGS FRANKLIN COUNT Public Library Syster semethi i ar Film Screening! Fly Tying Demo Rocky Mount Mozartballs June 10112p-1:30p RockyMount Ages 18+ Juneat1 10ac or Curious about the art and science of fly tying? Then join June 12at3p Eric Tichay of the Smith River Chapter of Trout Ages 18+ Unlimited when he demonstrates how to tie a sample Join us for a showing of Mozartballs, a light-hearted of beginner's fly patterns that can be used to fish for tribute to Mozart featuring real people who trout, bass or other species. Eric will demonstrate the his spirit. This rendered embody basics of introductory fly tying and discuss the tools and "exquisitely documentary" materials you'll need to get started. You'll also have a provides a "hilarious and educational look at how chance to try your hand at tying a fly. Registration is Mozart is still a popular icon 200 years after his required and opens Thurs., May 15 at 12:30p. death" (ReelTalk). Enjoy a sample of Mozartkugeln, the Austrian chocolate candy created in 1890 in Mozart's honor, affectionately known as Mozart ThinkGpbal Balls. Registration is required and opens Thurs., May 15 at 12:30p. Film running time: 54 min. Watch Shrubs for Summertime for more film June screenings-with, . 6 Rocky Mount I Ages 18+ guest hosts-in July! earn how to make shrubs-a vinegar- Craftworks ased drink that's zingy and fruity. Sample a recipe using fresh local fruit and ROCKY MOUNT experience the sweet-tart balance of this refreshing Color Our World beverage. Demos by Appalachian Craft Provisions at 12p Large Pond Rock Painting and 3p. Registration is required and opens Fri., May 16 June at 13, 2p 12:30p. All supplies provided. Ages 18+ Registration required and opens May 16 at 12:30p FOOD SMARTS LEARN June 5, 12, 26, July 3, 10] 10a-11a I Rocky Mount n9 Essig Center* EW Westlake Library iPhone Basics Android Basics June 13 - 10:30a-12p" pigital Literacy Serles iPhone Basics Essig Recreation Center June 3 -lp 295 Technology Drive in Rocky June 18 -1 lp Mount The Digital Literacy Series is made possible by a grant from PLA Healthy eating on a budget is possible! Leamn how and and AT&T. Registration required. Bring. your own. smart confidence kitchen. phone. grow your in the Classes include meal planning, recipes, cooking demos, and food tastings. Ages Bedazzle Your Books 18+. Participants are asked to attend all classes. $4 Registration is required. - Westlake: June 17, 5:30p At the time of publishing this edition of Library Happenings, Join us for an enchanting afternoon spots are still available. Don't delay, though: Space is d where you can transform your favorite limited and registration closes May 29 at midnight. book covers into sparkling masterpieces. This series is offered in partnership with Carilion Clinic This workshop is perfect for adding a personal touch to your literary treasures. All materials provided--just CARILIONCLINIC bring your own book! Ages 16+, registration required. COMMUNITY HEALTH AND OUTREACH NEWS BITS, BYTES & BOOKS Special Kickoff Parties: Rocky Mount, June 11th, C - - - 10am Th Westlake, June 11th, 3pm OUR WORLD This month's special CAGNOC summer programs: 900000 June 12- Super Story time at COLOR Summer Reading Program Westlake June 18- Super Story time at Color Our World this summer Rocky Mount with reading challenges for all Dairy Month Story time- ages! Sign up on Beanstack 10:30a beginning Junel! Mwisomyahmstacka, June25, Rocky mount June 26, Westlake Andj join us for lots of summer fun! June 30- Porkchop View our full calendar of events at Productions: The Tortoise anc romaincounyaipealcon the Hare 11a-Westlake taitamyalcatcn 2p-Rocky Mount ANILIN CODNTY PublcL Library System Storytime Favorites ROAD ON - COLOR - MYSTER! 0 OUR REA ApErfTuesdays at a park near you with the Bookmobile June 10, 24, July 8, 22, August 5 Junel 17, Julyl 1, 15, 29, August 12 U Snow Creek Elementary King Park - Henry Waid Park FC Recreation Park WORLD. SML Beach Park Mary Bethune Park Dolly Parton's magination Library LA Rocky Mount Children Library under the Tiny age off fivea are eligible to recelvea al FREEI BOOK EVERY art MONTHI from Dolly Parton's Chess Club Imaginationi Lbrary,with thel help oft the museum 1st Saturday of each Month Franklin Countyl Libraryl Foundation. This month:. June7 7 Sign upi at 10:30am -12:00pm MsNawaanN Check out the Tiny Art museum at Allages arei invited to come play chess at ate/VAFRANKLIN/ the Rocky Mount Branch, the library! We provide the boards, you ther To make a donation to the FCLI Foundation tos support this available all upstairs; providet moves! project, please visit ahaamybawainent Summer, starting. June 1. FCY Melc Lon Syaen BLOOD Westlake - June 27, 10a-3p. Drop in or Genealogy Friends @ Rocky Mount - First DRIVE make an appointment at Wednesday of the Month at 9a redcrossblood.org Mahjong @ Rocky Mount - Every Tuesday at 1p Call Ingrid for info: (540) 420-2074 n't miss our Register for ROCKY MOUNT & WESTLAKE Library Closed event calendars Event - June 19 kids OD Mon, Wed.Fri, 9a 5p Tues, Thurs, 9a-7p Sat, 9a-1p for for & (540) 483- 3098, #1-RM; #2-RMChildren's Dept; #3 WL teens. See sayfenaincunsyasw Juneteenth attached! bcal. com Getthis newsletter Monthly Library Update: June/2025 meeting May 2025 Stats Open 21 full days + 4 1/2-day Saturdays Patron Count: RM: 5,776 WL: 2,187 Total = 7,963 OVERDRIVE: 744 audiobook checkouts 1,762 eBook checkouts 1,384 Emagazines 554 8,997 total physical item checkouts RM-WL+SV-BKM), Kids: Toddler time/Story time 14 programs 197 attendees RM 9 programs 185 attendees WL Lego RM 23 attendees WL 14 attendees Pokemon RM 16 attendees Chess Club RM 7 attendees Mother's Day Flower Pot RM 13 attendees Sun Catcher WL 7 attendees Teens Teen Tuesdays @ RM: 5 programs 84 attendees Teen 3D Doodling 10 attendees RM Adults: Craftworks WL: 10 attendees Craftworks RM: 11 attendees Cost Share RM 3 attendees Container Gardening RM 8 attendees WL 9 attendees Think Global, Cook Local 2 programs 12 attendees Art of Sashiko 12 attendees RM 8 attendees WL Homemade Lotion for Earth Day WL 12 attendees Learn Something New 3 programs RM 26 attendees Book Club RM 4 attendees Blood Drive WL 28 attendees Outreach: Bookmobile Route 7 stops, 338 attendees Library Express 2 stops, 13 attendees Little Lambs Daycare, 2 program 22 attendees Rebecca Ventola, Library Director May Adults: Digital Literacy classes ended this month as far as the grant however will Library continue in June. Adult class registrations continue to fill up with waiting lists, updates especially the food and craft programs. This summer will bring a new variety of Adult programs including a field trip to the Glade Hill Cannery and unique movie documentary showings. Outreach: Our school year bookmobile outreach ended with an all day visit to the Snowcreek Elementary end of the year event. Park Story times will start the second week of June with the Bookmobile attending various parks in the county with mystery readers in tow. Children's/Teens: Color Our World summer learning program officially began June 1. The kickoff parties will be on June 11. All ages are having programs and prizes to support reading during the summer. Special performers include Porkchop Productions, Author Bob Shea, Steve the Amazing Performer and Mill Mountain Theater's production of Rainbow Fish. Regularly scheduled story times will be replaced with special story times at both RM and WL once a week with an outdoor un element at RM. Dolly Parton Imagination Library, funded by the Foundation continues to add participants; we have had 1,493 children registered thus far. From the Room Reno Update: The new community room/Mann Room has been cleared and Director's Desk painted with a new carpet install happening Thursday, June 12. The plans are to have the rooms complete by the end of the summer. Panic Buttons: Panic buttons have been set up at both branches, 3 at each branch. Security cameras have been fixed/updated at RM. Staff Engagement Committee: The committee continues to offer fun for our staff. The staff had fun tie dying their Summer Learning shirts. A staff Summer Reading challenge has been set up on Beanstack and staff will be encouraged to read this summer and will have opportunities to earn prizes. Staff Training: An all-day staff training session has been set for November 4th. We will be having the Library of Virginia come in for Customer Service Training and will also be having team building activities. Budget: With the last month of the fiscal year, we find the budget to be in great shape. There was room left in the budget to allow for purchases for the new room renovations including a new SmartBoard, rolling conference tables and chairs and furniture for the new Mann Room and items for the new Children's Workroom. State Funding: The word is that funding for the State grant to libraries has been approved for the first half of the fiscal year with a positive verbal assurance for the remaining half of the fiscal year. 7 MEMORANDUM TO: Board of Supervisors SUBJECT: Social Services Board Update Good information came from the last Social Services Board meeting. In summary, a review of Services Safe Measures data in May revealed Social Services met the Foster Care Visits, CPS Timeliness visit, In-home visits, and AFGAR court documentation: Safe Measures FCDSS CPS Timeliness of Victim Contact GOAL 95% 98% Foster Care Monthly Visits GOAL 95% 98.6% In Home Services First Contact GOAL 90% 95.5% AFCARS Court Documentation in OASIS GOAL 95% 100% Kinship Placements GOAL 24% 22.2% In addition, the APPTrack compliance report revealed good news as well: ISCUSSION: The APPTrack complianceteport for the month of April 2025 reflects 100% for expedited applications 100% for non-expedited applications. The most recent PIMR report notes for TANE applications and 99.% for Medicaid Renewal processing, and 100% for Childçare assistance applications. VIEW participation now at 48%, exceeding the state's current average of 27.6%. is Social Services continues to strive to meet and exceed goals. a 3 - - 3 - 8 8 8 & & 8 8 & 5 3 - 5 3 E : 3 C o 0 F o 2 1f 9 B - o o 3 1 R 99 2 3 - 8 3 - - L o o DB 0 4 o 4 8 E 3 V N o a o R o o € € - 8 - 3 o a B o E 9 0 1 o B - N 45 o I - S - 8 I B o o 9 o 1 o > F $ a o o o B o W - E E I - 8 - 4 o o W 0 4 o 8 E V 1 - o W 8 u - 3 3 - - 8 e E E 3 a 5 3 W E E a a R o o R E 8 N N 5 2 - I 8 8 8 - a o 5 E 0 A 3 o - F 00 o o 8 m N E a 2 8 3 8 S o E 8 co 9 ) 0o 00 4 o o m 9 3E 5 - E a 3 B % 8 o 99 3 2 a a 4 o m 4 o 8 s a E 2 a a 1 o S o E VA 00 00 8 8 a o B 8 3 EA 8 4 2 o - o 8 N 6 E co t L u o 8 o B s 4 4 e 8 8 a o a 1 - E a o a V V o 3 o E 8 4 4 2 o 8 5 E o 8 8 a Franklin County Parks & Recreation Recreation Advisory Commission May 8, 2025 5:30 PM Essig Recreation Center RAC Members Present: Mike Banks, Reba Dillon, Jessica Gawor, Robert Holland, Charlene Jones RAC Members Absent: Terry Dameron, Al Flora, Josh Gibson, and George Martin Staff Members Present: Paul Chapman, Ben Newbill, and Beth Hodges Guests: None Additional Notes: None Ms. Jessica Gawor called the meeting to order at 5:35 PM. Meeting Minutes: MOTION: Mr. Reba Dillon made a motion to accept the March 2025 minutes. Mr. Robert Holland seconded the motion; all were in favor. Director's Report: Mr. Paul Chapman updated RAC members on personnel. Jeremy Hartsel left a maintenance position at the Recreation Park in the spring. Coleman Lawrence has been hired to fill this position. Bailey O'Connor, Recreation Specialist at Essig, left in December 2024. Benton Heck will be filling this position at the end of May. Mr. Chapman addressed RAC meeting attendance concerns. This issue has been raised by some RAC members and has been a growing challenge with getting a quorum. Mr. Chapman stated he would send an email out to see if members have suggestions as to why this may be an issue (such as inconvenient meeting times or dates, meeting frequency, etc.) Mr. Chapman is open to suggestions to increase attendance Mr. Chapman handed out the Dashboard Report to see how Parks and Recreation is performing. Traffic count in the parks is up by 9%. Essig Center walk in attendance is down 6% since January. Shelter rentals are up, with 349 rentals sO far this year. Essig Center reservations are up 38% from last year. Last year's Smith Mountain Lake Community Park beach attendance was up significantly. Ms. Cramblitt oversees the Community Recreation programs and has offered 11% more programs sO far this year. This year's Easter egg hunt had an estimated 2,000 attendees and was a success. The number of programs offered for Aging Services went down slightly, by 4%. Fall, winter, and spring sports were all up, with over 4,000 total for the year. Outdoor Recreation programs had a 12% growth from last year with a 19% increase in attendance. Mr. Chapman spoke about some population trends. From 1900 to 1970, the county's population remained around 25,000. From the 1970s to 2010, the population doubled in size. Franklin County is projected to grow by 1% over the next ten years. Mr. Chapman presented a map showing areas where children aged 0 to 12 live in the county. Mr. Chapman spoke of the park entrance signs. Parks and Recreation is working with Dynasty, sign company, to develop a plan to standardize our park signs sO there will be a cohesiveness to them in all of our parks. Mr. Chapman met with RAC's Smith Farm subcommittee a couple of weeks ago to update plans for Smith Farm. , The plans were barely modified, with a couple of things removed and a dog park added. He is waiting for cost estimates for the project. He discussed prioritizing inexpensive, moderate, and long-term (high-cost) projects. Park Manager's Report: Mr. Ben Newbill discussed A Day in the Woods, held on April gth All 10 elementary schools participated. There were 451 third graders. Approximately 18 organizations helped run the event. Mr. Matt Ross (Parks and Recreation Outdoor Recreation Manager) led a station on hiking preparation. Mr. Newbill commented on parking issues and challenges. Increased park attendance, coupled with ball games has led to parking challenges on the weekends at the rec games. Maintenance staff, Franklin County Sheriff's Office, Ms. Cindy Traylor, and Ms. Nikki Custer are working to address the issue. Solutions implemented SO far include adding additional parking spaces, directional arrows in the parking areas, and no parking signs added. Mr. Newbill discussed Burnt Chimney School. The playgrounds were in disrepair and needed inspection. The hazardous equipment was removed for safety and liability reasons. The new play area was top-dressed with wood carpet. Mr. Newbill, Mr. Matt Ross, and Mr. Greg Clemons spent a day removing four large trees from the Pigg River at Waid Park to get the river ready for family tubing starting in June. Seven Oaks Landscaping was contracted to install rock steps at the waterfall at Waid Park. Upcoming Events: Movies on the Move at Windy Gap, May gth USAC State Championship XC MTB Race June 8, 2025 VDOT road closure near Waid Park June 9 - August 8, 2025 Concerts By Canoe, June 13th Concerts By Canoe, June 20th The meeting adjourned at 6:56 pm. The next meeting will to be Thursday, June 5th. - Parks, Recreation & Aging Services FY25 Dashboard Report - March - - The Franklin County Youth. Mountain Bike Club competing at the Bootlegger's Blitz in Woolwine The Parks, Recreation and Aging Services Department enhances the quality of life for all residents of Franklin County. We are committed to promoting physical, social, and mental well-being, fostering a sense of community, and preserving the natural beauty of our region. - * The Aging Services Expo connects FC: Seniors with valuable services enabling them to age in place SECTION 1: PUBLIC UTILIZATION Franklin County Parks, Recreation and Aging Services provides critical community infrastructure, such as parks, recreational facilities, senior centers, trails and blueways. These investments allow for increased access to green space and nature, help bring vital services and programs to the community and improve the physical and mental health of all residents. This section tracks performance metrics that show the rate at which the public is utilizing facilities and infrastructure offered by the Department. "9 in 10 people agree that parks and recreation is an important service provided by their local government. I 2023 Engagement with Parks Report - 2 FY25 Average Daily Traffic Count by Park 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 H - - - - - / - Je p asl e a Rec Traffic counters are used to monitor visitor trends and have been installed at our three most popular parks; Waid, SML Community Park, and the Recreational Park. For example, attendance at the SML Community Park is busy in the summer but slower in the winter. This information helps direct maintenance resources as visitor traffic shifts through the seasons. *Traffic counters are removed in January and February. for snow removal. Total Annual Traffic Count 140,000 120,000 100,000 80,000 60,000 40,000 20,000 FY23 FY24 FY25 Julyi August September a October November a December a January February March April One of the ways to gauge the number of people impacted is by counting vehicular traffic. The total vehicle traffic count for these three parks through April was 116,239 in FY25. This is an increase of 9% (106,566 in FY24)from last year. f you assume that there are, just 3 people per vehicle this would be 348,717 visitors to these three parks so far this year. 3 Essig Walk In Attendance AnnualTrends 7,000 6,000 5.000 4,000 3.000 2,000 1,000 a M - - - - A P st y Y2- FY25 The Essig Recreation Center's attendance has trended higher this year. This increase in popularity and utilization is a result of the quality services offered at the Essig Recreation Center and the interest from the community. The facility is nearing full capacity with parking being the most limiting aspect. March Year To Date Essig Walk In Attendance 40,000 35.000 30,000 25,000 20,000 15,000 10,000 5,000 FY23 FY24 FY25 July August September - October November December January February March The Essig Recreation Center provides a high-quality, facility with exemplary programs and activities for all ages. A door counter at the entrance captures the number of persons that enter the facility. As of March, 34,918 people have visited the facility which is 6% less than the previous year (37,152 in FY24). Attendance had been up. for the year until the last three months, which saw a small decline. 4 Annual Shelter Rental Trends s0 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 H y - - - - / P vs4 y FY23 Y24 FY25 Shelter rentals remain strong from spring through fall and slow during the coldest months. Park picnic shelters are heavily utilized during the warmer. months and especially on the weekends. March Year To Date Shelter Rentals 400 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 FY23 FY24 FY25 July August September october November December January Riebruary March Parks and Recreation offered a total of 349 shelter reservations through the month of March which is a 5% increase from last year (334 in FY24). After declining for many years, shelter rentals have seen an increase over the past three years. 5 Essig Recreation Center Reservation Trends 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 a ya M - - - - / y P sl F Y24 FY25 There is a shortage ofi indoor recreational space in Franklin County. This shortage is especially prevalent during the colder winter months when it is difficult to get outdoors. Reservations are at their highest from December through March. During these months, the Essig Center is often fully booked. Year to Date Essig Reservations 450 400 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 FY23 FY24 FY25 July August September October November December January February March The Essig Recreation Center provides welcoming indoor meeting spaces for activities like civic functions, family birthdays and non-profit fund raisers. As of March, there were 396 reservations which is a 38% increase from last year (287 reservations in FY24). 6 Total Annual SML Beach Attendance 14000 12000 10000 8000 6000 4000 2000 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25 June July August In FY25, the Smith Mountain Lake Community Park was open for 90 days and had 12,789 visitors for an average of 149 guests per day. Total attendance was the highest that it has been in at least five years. Total Annual SML Beach Cost Recovery Rate 1405 12055 10058 80: 6050 405E 2016 056 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25 The monetary goal of the SML Beach is to provide a community service and to cover the direct costs associated with operating the swimming beach. It cost $32,501 in direct expenses to operate the beach. $34,480 in costs were recovered through daily use. fees (124% cost recovery rate). FY25 had one of the highest cost recovery rates at 124%. 7 Facebook Post Reach 1,200,000 1,000,000 800,000 600,000 400,000 200,000 U H A / 1 / A / s p sl e FY23 FY24 FY25 The Franklin County Parks and Recreation Facebook posts have trended slightly higher than prior years. The one exception to this is March of FY24 that saw an unusual spike. Ifthis outlier is removed, Facebook reach has increased this past year. Year To Date Facebook Post Reach 1.400,000 1,200,000 1.000,000 800,000 600,000 400,000 200,000 FY23 FY21 FY25 July August September October November December January Febrary March Franklin County's total year to date Facebook post reach is 512,252 through March. March of FY24 had an unusual high reach of over a million. If this outlier month is removed, Parks and Recreation would have an increase reach on Facebook 8 L a a - The renovations to the Rocky Mount Skate Park have reinvigorated seasoned skaters as well as attracted new participants to the sport of skateboarding. SECTION 2: COMMUNITY RECREATION Parks and Recreation offers programs and activities that improve the lives of our residents. Services promote health and wellness, meet citizen needs and build a vibrant community. This section tracks performance metrics that show the amount of activities that are being offered and how many people are enjoying and benefiting from them "83% of U.S. adults agree it is important to have access to indoor and outdoor recreational areas, classes, and activities in order to lead a healthy lifestyle." 2023 Engagement with Parks Report FY25 Community Recreation Programs Offered 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 y y - - - - / - p y Y2- FY25 Community Recreation provides programs focused on self-improvement, quality of life, and health and wellness. High quality activities led by amazing instructors include arts and crafts, pickleball, camps, life skills, and much more. March Year To Date Community Recreation Programs Offered 300 250 200 150 100 50 FY23 FY24 FY25 aJuly August September . October - November December January February March 239 community recreation activities have been offered through February oft this year. This is a 11% increase from last year at this time (216 in FY24). 10 FY25 Community Recreation Attendance 6.000 5,000 4,000 5,000 2,000 1,000 a M - - - - / P e ye FY2- FY25 Attendance to recreational activities tracked. fairly similar to the prior year. Two of the larger spikes in attendance are from the Come Home to a Franklin County Christmas in December and the Egg Hunt in either March or April. March Year to Date Community Recreation Attendance 14,000 12,000 10,000 8,000 6,000 4,000 2.000 FY23 FY24 FY25 July August September - October N November aD December January February March The year-to-date attendance is slightly down from last year. As of March, 8,770 people attended one of the 239 activities offered for an average of 37 people per activity. Attendance appears to be significantly down from last year, however the Egg Hunt was held in March of 2024 and not until April in 2025. 11 SECTION 3: AGING SERVICES Aging Services provides critical services to our senior population. These programs bring vital services to the seniors in need of assistance and provide activities that improve physical and mental health. This section tracks performance metrics that show the rate at which seniors in Franklin County are being served. - AGVIA The Essig Recreation Center is a popular location for seniors to access resources and socialize "84% of U.S. adults agree it is vital for local parks and recreation agencies to engage with every member of their community to ensure offerings meet their needs. I 2023 Engogement with Parks Report e 12 FY25 Aging Services Programs Offered 30 25 20 15 10 5 H y - - A - / - e P yst ye YZ FY24 FY25 Aging Services offers programs that enrich the lives of older adults in our community. Programs serve a variety of seniors that range, from active recent retirees to frail shut ins. Strong growth in the number of programs offered can be seen throughout the year. Year To Date Aging Services Programs Offered 200 150 100 50 FY23 FY24 FY25 July August September mOctober November December January Tebruary March The dedicated Aging Services staff have been able to expand the number of programs offered through creative and innovative partnerships and collaborations. 165 high-quality activities were conducted through the month of March which is a slight decrease of 4% (172 in FY24). 13 Annual Aging Services Persons Served 3,000 2,500 2,000 1,500 1,000 500 J y M - - - - - - s PP asl y - Y23 Y2 FY25 Aging Services provides transportation, for seniors to medical appointments and congregate gatherings. This valuable service is heavily relied on for the health and wellness of our community's senior population. Demand for senior programs is expected to increase in FY25. Year to Date Aging Services Persons Served 12,000 10,000 8,000 6,000 4,000 2,000 FY23 FY24 FY25 july August September October November December - January February March Census data tells us that the senior, population is growing along with the need for senior activities. 9,024 seniors have been served through the month of March. This is down by 10% from 10,071 in FY24. 14 FY25 Aging Services Medical Transports Miles Driven 7,000 6,000 5,000 4,000 3,000 2,000 1,000 y M - - 2 - / - ppe at y Y24 FY25 To. be good stewards of public resources, Aging Services aims to provide efficient trips with the fewest miles possible. The overall trend for miles driven is relatively flat at an average of 4,156 miles per month. Year To Date Aging Services Medical Transport Miles Driven 50,000 40,000 30,000 20,000 10,000 FY23 FY24 FY25 July BAugust September : October November December January February EMarch As of March, 38,672 miles were driven (37,222 miles in FY24) and served 209 unduplicated clients. We strive to serve more people while driving fewer miles though the efficiency of medical transports such as consolidating trips by transporting two or more people on a bus whenever possible. 15 SECTION 5: YOUTH ATHLETICS Youth Athletics provides opportunities for children to improve their physical fitness, learn new skills, develop self-confidence, build character, and make lifelong memories through friendly competition and teamwork. This section tracks performance metrics that show the rate at which the children in Franklin County are being served. SAA / - - Youth athletics provides the perfect mecium to teach valuable life skills "98% of U.S. adults agree thati it isi important to provide youth with equitable access to sports activities" 2023 Engagement with Parks Report 7 16 Fall Sports - Number of Volunteer Coaches 250 200 150 100 50 FY23 FY24 FY25 - Fall Baseball Football FallSoccer Lacrosse Cheerleading Youth Athletics relies on the support from the community. This program would not have been possible without the support from people who generously volunteer to coach our teams. The number of people who volunteered to coach this past fall increased by 17% (34) from 203 in FY24 to 237 in FY25 Fall Sports - Value of Volunteer Coaches $500,000 $450,000 $400,000 $350,000 $300,000 $250,000 $200,000 $150,000 $100,000 $50,000 $0 FY23 FY24 FY25 Falll Baseball Football Fall Soccer Laciosse "Cheerleading Parks and Recreation relies on the strong support of volunteers from the community. It is impossible to truly put a price tag on the impact that coaches have on the devleopment of our youth. This fall, 237 coaches volunteered 13,200 hours. Using the national value of volunteer support ($33.49 per hour) according to the Independent Sector, this past fall volunteer coaches contributed a value of $442,068. 17 Fall Sports - Youth Athletic Participation 1,400 1,200 1,000 800 600 400 200 FY23 FY24 FY25 Fall Baseball Football Falls Soccer FallLacrosse Fall Gnls Lacrosse a Cheerleading Participation in recreational athletics is declining in most localities. Franklin County is fortunate to maintain a strong level of particiation. This past fall we are proud to have served 1,233 young athletes for small increase (1,224 in FY24). Fall Sports - Annual Number of Games Played 500 450 400 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 FY23 FY24 FY25 Fall Baseball Football FallSoccer Lacrosse Football Cheerleading In the fall young athletes and their parents played in 432, games which is 13% more than the prior year (381 games in FY24). Each game requires scheduling, gym preparation, game officials and site supervisors to seamlessly come together. While each game requires significant investment from the County it is well worth it. Each game benefits not only the young athletes, but it also their friends and families who come together to cheer them on. These benefits directly impact the local businesses as well. 18 Winter Sports - Number of Volunteer Coaches 250 200 150 100 50 FY23 FY24 FY25 Basketball a Cheerleading Wrestling Youth Athletics relies on the support from the community. This program would not have been possible without the support, from people who generously volunteer to coach our teams. The number of people who volunteered to coach this past winter increased by 3 from 228 in FY24 to 231 in FY25 Winter Sports - Value of Volunteer Coaches $-100,000 $350,000 S300,000 $250.000 $200,000 $150,000 $100,000 $50,000 SO FY23 FY24 FY25 Basketball "Choeileading Wrestling Parks and Recreation relies on the strong support of volunteers from the community. It is impossible to truly put a price tag on the impact that coaches have on the devleopment of our youth. This winter, 231 coaches volunteered 10,755 hours. Using the national value of volunteer support ($33.49 per hour) according to the Independent Sector, this past winter volunteer coaches contributed a value of $360,185. 19 Winter Sports - Youth Athletic Participation 1,200 1,000 800 600 400 200 FY23 FY24 FY25 Basketball ac Cheerleading Wiestling Participation in recreational athletics is declining in most localities. Franklin County is fortunate to maintain a strong level ofA particiation. This past winter we are proud to have served 1,079 young athletes for an 10% increase (981 in FY24). Winter Sports - Annual Number of Games Played 500 450 400 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 FY23 FY24 FY25 Baskethall BBatetwicheeleading Wrestling In the winter young athletes and their parents played in 485, games which is 15% more than the prior year (420 games in FY24). Each game requires scheduling, gym preparation, game officials and site supervisors to seamlessly come together. While each game requires significant investment from the County it is well worth it. Each game benefits not only the young athletes, but it also their friends and families who come together to cheer them on. These benefits directly impact the local businesses as well. 20 SECTION 5: OUTDOOR RECREATION Outdoor Recreation provides public enjoyment of land, water, and other natural resources for leisure use and is a significant driver for economic development. Activities like mountain biking, kayaking, fishing, and hiking provide physical and mental health benefits and allow residents to more fully experience beautiful public lands and waterways. This section tracks performance metrics that show the rate at which activities are being offered that highlight Franklin County's unique outdoor recreational amenities to residents and visitors. FAAAYTNEAUmY MOUNTAINBIKE CLUB The youth mountain bike club introducesy young riders to the healthy sport of cycling "The outdoor economy, whichincludes local parks and recreation, accounted for $560 billion of 2022 U.S. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) or 2.2% of the U.S. economy." 2023 Engagement with Parks Report 21 Outdoor Recreation - Programs Offered 25 20 15 10 5 yH p - - - - / - y p A FY. 5 Y24 FY25 Programs are designed to highlight Franklin County's unique strengths to both our residents and visitors. Exampled of programs include Concerts by Canoe, night hikes, bike rodeos, canoe clinics and much more. Due to the seasonality of outdoor recreation, more programs are offered from Spring through Fall. Year To Date Outdoor Recreation Programs 70 60 50 0 30 20 10 FY23 FY24 FY25 July BAugust September . October November =December January "February March Through March of FY25 65 programs were offered which was an increase of 12%, from the prior year (58 programs in FY23). The demand for outdoor recreation continues to grow. Franklin County is proud to provide one of the strongest programs in the region. 22 Outdoor Recreation - Attendance 1800 1600 1400 1200 1000 800 600 400 200 0 s M - - - - / - J AP ak yee - FY23 Y24 FY25 The nature of outdoor recreation is that it is more popular during the warmer months. Attendance is the highest from April through November. Year To Date Outdoor Recreation Attendance 5000 2500 2000 1500 1000 500 FY23 FY24 FY25 July August September a eNtoher November December January Febuary March Outdoor recreation programs benefit the community by highlightiing the natural assets that are uniqe to Franklin County and help us stand out. Outdoor recreation not only supports economic development by attracting new residents and business but also increases community pride. 2,447 people attended outdoor recreation programs through February FY25 which was a 19% increase (2,053 people in FY24). 23 Accumulating % of Total Budget Expenditures 100%6 901 S0 73.696 70: 601 55.9% 49.9% 501 43.8% 408 30.8% 37.3% 3005 22.4% 20: 16.1% 7.8% 10: 08 illlll 4 M - - - - - p e ye Parks and Recreation prides itself in being good stewards of county reseouces by closing managing expenses. As of March, Parks and Recreation has expended 73.6% of its operational budget. FY25 Percentage of Target Revenue Collected 1008 908 806 70 604 5056 4056 301L 205 106 0Se illll y4 - - - - - A J po s Parks and Recreation collects revenue from all it's program areas. Examples of revenue include shelter rentals, beach entry, registration fees for youth athletics, class fees for senior programming, event fees for outdoor recreation, sponsorships for events and much more. 24