RIM OF THE WORLD RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT

Funding Measure R

COMMUNITY INFORMATION NOTICE
Provided by the Rim of the World Recreation and Park District

The Rim of the World Recreation and Park District is providing this publication as an informational resource for residents, property owners and members of the Rim Mountain communities. Its purpose is to provide factual information about the District, its services and facilities, its current funding structure, and Measure R, which will appear on the November 3, 2026 ballot. This publication is intended for informational and educational purposes and does not advocate for or against the measure.

 

 

 

 

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Rim of the World Recreation and Park District

Who We Are

For over 40 years, the Rim of the World Recreation and Park District has been an independent California Special District dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in our mountain communities through providing parks, recreation programs, community facilities, and public services.

Established in 1985, the District serves residents throughout the unincorporated areas of the Rim Communities in the San Bernardino Mountains from Crestline to Green Valley Lake.

The District encompasses approximately 110 square miles and more than 70,000 acres.

What We Do

ROWRPD provides a variety of recreational opportunities, community services, and public amenities, including:

• Youth and adult recreation programs
• Youth and adult sports leagues
• Senior programing and recreational space
• Fitness, wellness, and active-lifestyle programs
• Community events and activities
• Community center and facility rentals
• Parks, playgrounds, and sports fields
• Sports courts and recreational facilities
• Community Special Events

What We Provide and Maintain

The District maintains and operates public facilities and amenities throughout the mountain communities, including:

• Community centers
• Meeting spaces and multipurpose activity rooms
• Dance and fitness studios
• Athletic fields and sports courts
• Parks and playgrounds
• Public restrooms
• Picnic areas and shelters
• Outdoor fitness equipment
• Landscaping and recreational amenities

These facilities provide places for residents and visitors to play, gather, exercise, participate in programs, and connect with their community.

Financial Stewardship

ROWRPD operates with a staff of six employees, including a General Manager who collectively provide administration, recreation services, maintenance, customer service, event coordination, and facility operations.

The District maintains financial oversight through:

• A Board of Directors elected by mountain residents by district
• Finance Committee review
• Annual independent audits
• Competitive procurement practices
• Long-term capital and facility planning

The District also works to maximize available resources through grants, sponsorships, volunteers, and community partnerships.

Why Additional Funding Is Needed

The District's current parcel tax is $22 per parcel annually and was last increased in 2011. Since then, the cost of utilities, insurance, maintenance, supplies, equipment, facility operations, and emergency repairs has continued to increase.

At the same time, many District facilities and infrastructure continue to age, creating growing needs for maintenance, repairs, safety improvements, accessibility upgrades, and facility modernization.

Without additional ongoing revenue, the District may face difficult choices, including:

• Deferred maintenance and repairs
• Delayed facility and park improvements
• Reduced recreation programming
• Limited operating hours or facility availability
• Fewer resources for emergency repairs and disaster recovery

The District is seeking a conservative, long-term funding solution to help maintain essential services and protect the community's parks, facilities, and recreational opportunities.

Funding Facts

• Established: 1985
• Independent California Special District
• Service Area: Approximately 110 square miles
• Parcels Served: Approximately 34,151
• Current Parcel Tax: $22 per parcel annually
• Last Parcel Tax Increase: 2011
• Current Annual Parcel Tax Revenue: Approximately $749,958
• Proposed Increase: $15 per parcel 
• Proposed New Rate: $37 per parcel annually
•  The proposed increase would raise the parcel tax from $22 to $37 per year.
• With a 1% annual escalator, the tax would grow gradually to approximately $44.70 per parcel after 20 years. That means the entire increase over 20 years is about $7.70 more than the initial $37, or about 39 cents per increase on average. The proposed adjustment is intended to partially offset inflation and help the district keep pace with changing costs. 
• Estimated First-Year Revenue from the Increase: Approximately $510,000
  Source: ROWRPD Fiscal Year 2025/26 Final Levy Summary Report (Measure N from 2010) - conducted by NBS.

Measure R — November 3, 2026 Election 

On November 3, 2026, voters will consider Measure R, which would provide additional local funding to sustain essential recreation services, maintain and improve parks and facilities, and address rising operational and emergency repair costs.

BALLOT QUESTION

“Shall Rim of the World Recreation & Park District adopt a resolution increasing its annual special parcel tax from $22 to $37/parcel/year, with an annual escalator of 1%, until ended by voters, generating approximately $510,000 the first year, to sustain essential recreation services; improve and maintain parks, recreational facilities, and community amenities; address rising costs, emergency repair and disaster recovery; all funds remain local used only for these purposes with annual audit/reporting?”

What Measure R Would Support

Measure R is intended to provide additional locally controlled funding for the operation, maintenance, repair and improvement of parks, recreation facilities, community centers, ball fields and other District facilities and services. With a $15 parcel increase and 1% annual escalator, the park district will:

• Maintain Existing Parks and Facilities
  Support ongoing maintenance and operations of parks, restrooms, sports fields, playgrounds, community centers and other District facilities.
• Sustain Recreation Services
  Support the continued operation of youth and adult sports, fitness, wellness, recreation programs, community activities and other District services.
• Address Aging Infrastructure
  Provide funding for facility modernization, accessibility improvements, equipment replacement and other capital improvement needs.
• Reduce Deferred Maintenance
  Address maintenance and repair needs that may be postponed when available funding is limited, helping keep facilities, buildings, fields and other public recreation assets operational.
• Address Rising Operating Costs
  Help offset increases in the cost of utilities, insurance, materials, equipment, contracted services, maintenance and other expenses associated with operating District facilities and programs.
• Create an Emergency Fund 
  Provide additional funding capacity for unexpected repairs, storm damage, emergency facility needs and other unplanned expenses that may arise during the year.

Election Day is November 3, 2026