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2 <br /> While the MGT report provides a financial picture of the fee-based programs, there are qualitative <br /> factors that play a role in setting fee schedules. The County should assess aligning fee programs <br /> with the priorities of the strategic plan and consider the impact of fee costs on demand and <br /> accessibility of fee based programs on the users of those programs. The attached PowerPoint <br /> presentation provides a framework of the various qualitative features that go into setting fees and <br /> cost recovery targets. Staff requests feedback from the Board on the importance of different <br /> factors in setting rates. Following this presentation and Board discussion, the County Manager <br /> will use the priorities expressed to recommend fee changes for the FY 2026-27 Budget. <br /> FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no immediate financial impact associated with discussion of the <br /> Fee Study. <br /> ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PLAN: This item supports: <br /> • MISSION STATEMENT — Orange County is a visionary leader in providing governmental <br /> services valued by our community, beyond those required by law, in an equitable, <br /> sustainable, innovative and efficient way. <br /> RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends the Board receive the Fee Study report <br /> and presentation from staff and provide feedback that will be utilized to propose fees in the <br /> upcoming Manager's Recommended Budget. <br />