The Havre de Grace Appearance and Preservation
Commission, hereinafter referred to as the "Commission," is hereby
established.
The Commission shall elect a Chairperson from
one of its appointed members and create and fill such other offices
as it shall from time to time determine are in the best interests
of fulfilling the duties of the Commission. The term of the Chairperson
shall be for one year with eligibility for re-election; however, the
Chairperson shall be limited to three consecutive one-year terms.
The Commission shall keep a record of its meetings, resolutions and
recommendations which shall be kept public. It shall hold meetings
as necessary but not less than four times per year. A majority of
the appointed members shall constitute a quorum.
The purpose of the Commission shall be to coordinate,
promote, advise and support the enhancement of properties and the
preservation of City facilities within Havre de Grace.
The Commission shall have the following duties
and powers:
A. Act as an advisory group to the Mayor and City Council
on matters pertaining to appearance and preservation of City property
including review and comment on legislation and policies.
B. Support and encourage efforts and activities in connection
with beautification and maintenance throughout Havre de Grace.
C. Identify and assist in the application for funding
from any sources which will support appearance and preservation efforts
in the City.
D. Cooperate with other agencies and organizations for
the purpose of promoting appearance and preservation activities in
the City.
E. Identify any properties which may be eligible for
recognition awards because of significant accomplishments in the area
of appearance or preservation.
F. Prepare a set of bylaws for review and approval by
the Mayor and City Council and operate the Commission in accordance
with those approved bylaws.