Council approves rates and fees for the Conway Community Center

The City of Conway, Arkansas, held a public service committee meeting on May 28, 2025, to discuss and approve the fee structure for the new Conway Community Center. The meeting included updates on the center's opening date, now set for July 17, and highlighted the efforts to keep the project on budget and on schedule. The council reviewed and approved an ordinance establishing rates for various facilities and services, including party rooms, volleyball and pickleball courts, leisure pools, and an aquatic outdoor rental fee of $2,500 for Sunday nights. The fee structure was designed to be affordable for all residents, with membership categories defined by age and family composition. The council voted unanimously (8-0) to approve the ordinance with the omission of a specific section. The meeting also addressed membership verification through a civic recreation system and clarified that members can use certain facilities without additional fees unless reserving them. Overall, the meeting focused on finalizing the community center's operational fees and ensuring accessibility for the community.