But when voters in April elected a crop of new, fiscally-minded board members — yes, party poopers — the newcomers and Thillens, a holdover, focused on the policy. Some expressed concern the free access might violate the "no compensation" rule in state statute. The value of their freebies did add up. An annual fitness club membership, for example, can cost as much as $400 for residents. Throw in a free pool membership and access to other amenities, and you're talking real money.