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'''Type''': Resolution

'''Status''': Introduced in April 2007 (unsure of disposition)

'''Source File''': http://www.taosgov.com/legalordinances/resolutions/2007/07-26.pdf

'''Text''':

'''RESOLUTION NO. 07-26'''

'''WHEREAS''', the Governing Body of the Town of Taos recognizes the need for recreation
activities in the community; and

'''WHEREAS''', the Governing Body considers Taos Youth and Family Center to be a
quality facility which should be utilized by the community; and

'''WHEREAS''', the Town of Taos desires that the facility be utilized to its highest capacity;
and

'''WHEREAS''', the costs of using the facility, though affordable, may still be excessive for
those with low incomes; and

'''WHEREAS''', decreasing the cost for participating in Town of Taos programs and
activities at the Taos Youth and Family may prove beneficial to many members of our
community;

'''NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY THAT''' the rates
for admissions to Taos Skating Rink and the rates for admissions and lessons at Taos
Swimming Pool will be adjusted on a sliding scale based on income. Those who qualify
will be charged ½ the normal rate for admissions and lessons.

'''BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED''' that this reduction will take place after families have
completed the required documentation, and that said documentation must be completed
annually.

'''BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED''' that families will qualify for this reduction based on the
State of New Mexico free and reduced lunch income guidelines.

'''BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED''' that individual family members will receive identification
cards that must be presented at the Center each time they visit in order to receive this
reduction.

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