21-07 Operating Expense - Operating Expense Report 9-22-2026.pdf

This is an Operating Expense Report for the Palm Bay Aquatic Center prepared for the City of Palm Bay, Florida, detailing the facility's annual operational costs for fiscal year 2027. The report breaks down expenses across multiple categories including utilities, maintenance, labor, and personnel costs. The total annual operating expense for the facility is $674,401.00. Utility costs comprise $98,639.00 annually, covering water and sewage ($26,147.00), chemical consumption ($20,468.00), electric service ($27,754.00), and natural gas ($24,270.00). Maintenance and repairs are budgeted at $52,348.00 annually, consisting of work order labor at $12,040.00 (140 hours at $86 per hour) and repairs and supplies at $40,308.00.

Personnel represents the largest expense category at $523,414.00, supporting a staffing level of 3.95 full-time equivalents. The personnel structure includes one Aquatic Manager ($113,808.00), one Recreation Leader II ($90,915.00), 0.65 FTE Lifeguard PT ($27,398.00), 1.3 FTE Recreation Aid PT ($53,214.00), and AUE Temporary Staffing for Lifeguards ($238,079.00). The report notes that natural gas costs are highly variable based on outside temperatures, with fiscal year 2026 costs reaching $56,577.00 compared to the FY27 projection of $24,270.00. This expense report supports the City of Palm Bay's Request for Solutions seeking cost-effective and sustainable operational models or partnerships to maintain aquatic recreation opportunities while minimizing financial impact to the municipality.