Make Better Use of the Spaces We Already Have.
Public facilities should feel like community assets, not buildings residents struggle to access.
Before asking taxpayers to build more, I want a clearer picture of how existing rooms, facilities and off-peak hours are being used — and where practical barriers prevent community use.
The Action Plan
Review Facility Utilization
Ask for clear information on demand, wait lists, room use and underused time periods in Ward 10 facilities.
Open Up Off-Peak Opportunities
Identify practical times when local groups, youth, seniors or families could use facilities that would otherwise be underused.
Review Rental Rates and Rules
Examine whether local non-profit and volunteer groups face avoidable barriers in rental pricing, insurance, booking rules or minimum requirements.
Create Dedicated Community Hours
Explore predictable blocks of community access so local organizations can plan recurring programs instead of starting from scratch each time.
Report What Changes
If a policy, rate or access opportunity is changed, make the result visible so residents know what was actually accomplished.
What Residents Should Be Able to See
Know the Capacity
Residents can see what the demand and utilization picture looks like before major decisions are made.
Practical Openings
New community-use opportunities are clearly communicated and easy to find.
Use What We Have
The City demonstrates better use of existing taxpayer-funded space before defaulting to new capital spending.