HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. R17-08 RESOLUTION NO. R17-08
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
SIGN A CONTRACT WITH THE BILLINGS FAMILY YMCA FOR THE OPERATION
AND MANAGEMENT OF THE CITY OF LAUREL MUNICIPAL POOL.
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Laurel, Montana:
Section 1: Approval. The Contract between the City of Laurel and the YMCA for the
operation and management of the Laurel City Pool, a copy attached hereto, is hereby approved.
Section 2: Execution. The Mayor and City Clerk of the City of Laurel are hereby given
authority to execute said contract on behalf of the City.
Introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council on March 21, 2017, by Council
Member Mountsier
PASSED and ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Laurel, Montana, this 21st
day of March, 2017.
APPROVED by the Mayor this 21'day of March, 2017.
CrOF LAU L
Mark A. ace, Mayor
ATTEST:
Bethany Ke 61 , Clerk/Tireasurer
Sam S. Painter, Civil City Attorney
R17-08 YMCA Pool Operation and Management Contract
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March 7, 2017
TO: City of Laurel
RE: Proposal for Operation and Management of City of Laurel Municipal Pool
The Billings Family YMCA is proposing to provide operational management for the City of Laurel's municipal pool
for the 2017 summer, (3 month) season. The YMCA has the ability to offer a variety of aquatic programming to
the community of Laurel as well as provide the staff necessary to manage day to day recreational swim
opportunities.
YMCA Responsibilities:
The YMCA would develop, publish and implement a schedule of instructional opportunities, and
recreational swimming activities that will be available to the community of Laurel. The YMCA is
proposing to keep separate and remit all income from recreational, open, swimming to the City of Laurel
at a daily rate established by the city. The YMCA would agree to deliver all monies collected to an
established drop box at the close of business on a daily basis. The YMCA is also proposing to offer a
variety of YMCA programming (see Appendix A) to the community in which any fees collected through a
standard reduced rate Off-Site Membership practice, would remain with the YMCA. YMCA programming
would be conducted either before or after the established open recreational swimming times.
Open recreational times in general would be conducted, but not limited to, Monday through Friday,
12:00pm to 5:00pm, Saturday and Sunday 1:00pm to 5:00pm. YMCA programming in general will be
conducted, but not limited to, before and/or after open recreational swim times. The YMCA reserves
the right to conduct programming during the open recreation times as bather load levels and traffic
patterns permit.
The YMCA would use the pool during open recreational swim times for YMCA camp activities; however,
participants would pay the established daily entrance fee. The YMCA would also agree to schedule
these kinds of activities on a limited number of swimmers basis during lower load level and traffic
patterns.
The YMCA would provide liability insurance of at least $2,000,000.00 per occurrence during the term
of this agreement. Such insurance would extend to both YMCA Officers and Directors and employees
while they are operating and managing the swimming pool. The YMCA would also name the City of
Laurel as an Additional Insured on said policy.
The YMCA would provide Workman's Compensation Insurance for all employees involved in the
operation of the swimming pool in accordance with the laws of the State of Montana.
All personnel employed by the YMCA to supervise aquatic activities would have the following
certifications:
Lifeguards: Current YMCA lifeguard or American Red Cross Lifeguard and CPR for the
Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Oxygen administration, and AED Certified.
Instructors: Currently hold a minimum of one of the following: YMCA Swim Instructor,
Principles of YMCA Aquatic Leadership,American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor.
All personnel required for the operation of the swimming pool would be employed by the YMCA.
All YMCA personnel will adhere to established aquatic code of conduct, workplace activity requirements.
YMCA staff would be responsible for conducting and recording water chemistry readings at least 3
times per day, or as necessary to comply with state regulation.
YMCA staff would be responsible for general janitorial maintenance of the deck areas and pool
buildings, as well as vacuuming the pool.
YMCA staff would make the decision to operate, or not operate, the swimming pool during periods of
inclement weather or during other conditions, which may present a hazard to the swimmers and/or
employees. If weather or other conditions dictate closure of the pool, the YMCA would re-open the
pool if at least 1 hour remains in the scheduled time.
The YMCA would establish policies regarding safety, security, employee and patron conduct on the
premises of the pool, including current YMCA swim testing and age requirement protocol.
City of Laurel Responsibilities:
The City of Laurel would be responsible for managing water chemistry, chemical additions to pool,
mechanical systems and maintenance of the swimming pool, structure and associated buildings and
equipment.
The City of Laurel through the local law enforcement would be responsible for the security and
protection of the swimming pool, including YMCA employees and patrons.
The City of Laurel would provide all necessary maintenance, water chemistry and janitorial supplies as
well as provide a pool vacuum for Y staff use, for the operation of the pool.
The City of Laurel would provide and maintain necessary ADA Lift equipment.
Management
As compensation for managing and operating the swimming pool, the City would agree to pay the
YMCA a seasonal management fee of $47,600 per 2017 summer season. The City would agree to remit
3 equal installments of $15.866 on or before the l"' day ofJuly, 1st day of August and the 1 day of
September. Under this proposal, the pool would be open to the community for recreational, open swim,
a maximum of 33 hours per week. The YMCA will offer aquatic programming including, but not limited
to, swim lessons and lap swimming depending on community interest, either before or after the
established recreational hours of 12 to 5pm Monday-Friday and 1-5pm Saturday and Sunday. The
YMCA will exclude the July 4* Holiday from operation.
The YMCA and the City of Laurel would agree to meet on a regular basis, at least monthly, and
additionally as the need arises, to discuss operational needs and patron feedback.
The YMCA Pool Manager, Aquatic Director, COO, CEO, in succession, will field patron feedback issues as
necessary for resolution. The YMCA and the City of Laurel would agree to communicate any feedback
either receives.
The YMCA's area of responsibility would be limited to the fenced pool area. The scope of general
liability responsibility of the YMCA will begin when patrons enter the fenced pool area and ceases upon
leaving the fenced pool area.
Billings Family YMCA
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Appendix A
Program Description
Swim Lessons
The YMCA Swim Lessons program helps participants develop a solid foundation of basic aquatic skills, helping
them develop a lifelong appreciation for aquatic activities, including swimming and introducing them to a
variety of aquatic sports, as well as water safety and lifeguarding.
The Swim Lessons Program begins at 6 months of age and is divided into several levels:
6 months to 3yrs old: 6 yrs old and up (Youth Levels)
1. Parent Child 1. Beginner
3-5 yrs old (Preschool Levels) 2. Advanced Beginner
1. Beginner 3. Intermediate
2. Intermediate 4. Advanced
3. Advanced
At each level, participants are involved in activities relating to six components:
1. Personal safety
2. Personal growth
3. Stroke development
4. Water games and sports
5. Rescue
6. Core Values (Honesty, Caring, Respect, Responsibility)
Lap Swim
Lap swimming remains one the most beneficial fitness activities that can be enjoyed at any age, or as part of
any physical fitness routine.
Appendix B
YMCA Pricing
The YMCA employs a pricing structure for programs that rewards membership to the YMCA by means of
financial savings. The YMCA has a scholarship process available to anyone so that no one is turned away due
to inability to pay. The YMCA has 3 categories of program registration based on membership type.
YMCA Member- Being a YMCA member offers many benefits for the entire family including access to
all the services and amenities at the YMCA facility in Billings. It also offers the most
economical pricing on all fee based programs. There are many non-fee based
services and activities that go with membership, including free child watch,
unlimited access to over 100 group exercise classes per week, both land and
water, and access to open gym time and swimming activities.
Off-Site Member- Becoming a YMCA Off-Site member is an option for people who live outside the city
of Billings to realize a financial savings on various programming offered throughout
Yellowstone County. This type of membership does not allow access to the YMCA
facility in Billings. This type of membership requires an annual $55 fee, which then
allows registration for any YMCA programs under the Off-Site member category
where applicable.
Non-member - We encourage everyone, regardless of membership, to take advantage of the many
opportunities and activities available through YMCA programming.
Laurel Aquatics Program Pricing
Swim Lessons per session (1 month sessions meeting 2 times per week)
Member $47
Off-Site Member $57
Non-Member $77
Lap Swimming, (1 month sessions, lap swimming available on daily fee, punch card basis)
YMCA programming is subject to minimum participation number system.