The City of Union City formed the Department of Turf Management and Facility Operations in 2005. Departmental funding came from the overall Parks and Recreation budget, and created no new cost for the city. Contrary to popular belief, the Department of Turf Management and the Department of Parks and Recreation currently operate on less funding than the Parks and Recreation Department operated on previously. The 2005-2006 budget was inflated due to the fact that the department was formed from scratch, and basic turf equipment had to be purchased. This inflation is reflected in the 06'-07' budget. We are proud of our efficiency, and ability to continue to improve our athletic facilities at a minimum cost. The following is open public information, and placed here to inform the misinformed.