[Amended 10-15-2012 by Ord. No. 24-12, effective 11-4-2012; at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. II)]
The head of this Department shall be the Superintendent of Recreation, who shall have the administrative authority and duties prescribe herein relating to all playgrounds, recreational lands and structures and recreational functions. The Superintendent of Recreation shall be appointed by the Mayor, with the advice and consent of the Council, for the term of the Mayor.
The Superintendent shall have the following powers and duties. The Superintendent shall:
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Supervise and maintain all park facilities as may be hereafter established.
B. 
Explore and recommend locations and areas suitable for development of park sites.
C. 
Plan, promote and administer public recreation facilities and recreational programs and activities for children and adults.
D. 
Administer and operate community centers, social centers and recreational functions and activities relating thereto.
E. 
Use and operate public school property to the extent it may be adaptable and available for recreational programs and purposes.
F. 
Be responsible for the operation of the Community Lake.
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Adopt suitable rules and regulations for the conduct of all persons using public playgrounds and recreational facilities.
H. 
Prepare budget estimates and maintain records of expenditures.
Under the supervision of the Superintendent of Recreation, there shall be an Assistant Superintendent of Recreation. The Assistant Superintendent of Recreation shall be responsible for:
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Assisting the Superintendent in planning, promoting, organizing, and administering recreation services for the community; acting as liaison at conferences, meetings, and other function; and doing other related duties as required.
B. 
Assisting the Superintendent in the promoting and development of program activities, personnel matters, and preparation of budget estimates.
C. 
Acting as liaison in the Superintendent's absence, and assuming all duties, responsibilities and authority.
D. 
Serving as a general assistant, responsible for recreation program leadership and administrative direction, and supervising playgrounds or recreation centers.
E. 
Assisting in the establishment and maintenance of records of recreation activities and services, correspondence, personnel, and property.
F. 
Representing the Superintendent at meetings and conferences.