BTSS will be implementing user fees for drop-in programs beginning Monday, May 7.
In order to continue ensuring a safe, sanitary environment and comfort for all our patrons, we are making minor adjustments to fees for the following programs:
- Band, Billiards, Book Club, Euchre, Mahjong, Movies, Poker and Walking Track = $2* per visit
- Pickleball and Table Tennis = $3* per visit
*Note that non-residents will pay an additional $2 per visit for each of the above programs.
Open Walking Track is included in fees for any paid fitness programs such as Open Hours/Swim and classes. Open Walking Track will be a new monthly option; it will be $10 for residents or they may pay $2 each visit.
BTP Library programs at the center will be complimentary to residents.
Services such as Medicare Counseling, Support Groups and Blood Pressure are complimentary for residents.
This change will create parity for patrons currently paying drop-in or registration fees i.e. Ancestry, Women's and Men's Club, and Bridge, as well as all fitness programs.
Drop in fees are collected to support daily cleaning of the facility, restroom supplies, utilities and building maintenance, staffing and communications.
As many of you know, taxes fund only half the cost of current programs and supportive services. Contributions in the form of fees from people enjoying programs are essential (budget = $1,700,000 and tax revenue = $885,000).
Indeed, the Senior Service millage equals 3/5 of one penny for each dollar paid by taxpayers. The average BT household is valued at $520K and pays $47 for senior services annually.
BTSS is proud that our growth continues with about 75,000 center visits annually. This unique, highly cost-effective department operates with 80% part time staff; more than half are township residents themselves.
We truly appreciate the fair contributions of all who value these important programs. If you have financial concerns, please call Christine Tvaroha.
Sincerely,
Christine Tvaroha
ctvaroha@bloomfieldtwp.org
248.723.3500
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