The hidden cost of donations
NEW ULM – The New Ulm Parking and Recreation Commission was hesitant to approve proposed service charges on donations, during Monday's commission meeting. Park and Rec. Director Joey Schugel presented a proposed policy change that would place a service fee of up to 10% on some donations that incur greater staff time or maintenance expense. “Not every donation is the same,” Schugel said. “Some can be very time-consuming.” Many of the items donated to the park system, included park benches, picnic tables, shelters and trees can cost the parks department in terms of extra ...
