There shall be a Department of Parks and Recreation,
the head of which shall be the Director of Parks and Recreation. Prior
to his or her appointment the Director shall be qualified by at least
five years of specialized training and full time experience in recreational
work.
The Mayor shall appoint a Citizen's Advisory
Committee on Parks and Recreation to advise and consult with the Director
of Parks and Recreation. With the aid and assistance of the Committee,
the Director shall plan and develop recreational activities, promote
and direct an all year program of cultural and recreational activities
for children, youth and adults; provide for the optimum coordination
and development of public and private recreational facilities and
programs.
The Department of Parks and Recreation under
the supervision of the Director shall:
A.Â
Administer and operate City parks, playgrounds and
play fields, and facilities for indoor and outdoor sports, athletic
and recreational programs and activities for children and adults;
B.Â
Sponsor and administer cultural and recreational programs
and activities in cooperation with other public and private agencies
and organizations;
C.Â
Utilize and instruct the Department of Public Works
with respect to the maintenance and repair of public buildings and
grounds used, controlled or managed for recreational purposes by the
Department.
The Department of Parks and Recreation may adopt
suitable rules and regulations for the safety and conduct of persons
using recreational facilities, and for the preservation of public
peace and order at public events, and any person who shall violate
such rule or regulation may be adjudged guilty of a violation pursuant
to the Penal Law. The Department may charge and collect for the use
of the City a reasonable fee for admission to or use of facilities,
programs or activities provided under this Chapter only as specifically
authorized by resolution of the Council.
