(A) 
There is established a Board of Parks and Recreation which consists of seven members.
(B) 
A member of the Board of Parks and Recreation shall serve at the pleasure of the member's appointing City Council member and may be removed by the appointing City Council member at any time.
(C) 
The purpose of the Board of Parks and Recreation is to review recreation and parks policies, facilities, and programs and advise the Director of Recreation and Parks and City Council on their effectiveness, to encourage public input and engagement on matters related to City parks, facilities, and recreation programs, and to serve as a conduit for recreation and parks with the community.
(Prior code §2.33; Ord. 3104 § 1, 1994; Ord. 3114 § 1, 1994; Ord. 3579 § 1, 2002; Ord. 2025-008, 4/15/2025)
The Board of Parks and Recreation shall meet at regular, stated times and places. In conformance with Council policies, the Board shall adopt rules of procedure for the conduct of its meetings and the exercise of its powers and designate committees and task forces. Four members shall constitute a quorum of the Board of Parks and Recreation which must be present for the transaction of any business.
(Prior code § 2.34; Ord. 3579 § 2, 2002; Ord. 2025-008, 4/15/2025)
The Board of Parks and Recreation shall have the following powers and duties:
(A) 
Review City recreation and parks policies, facilities, and programs and advise City Council on their adequacy and effectiveness.
(B) 
Assist the Director of Recreation and Parks in the formulation of rules and regulations for the use of City recreation facilities, parks, and lands maintained by the Recreation and Parks Department.
(C) 
Review and recommend to City Council on capital improvement projects, recreation fees, and tax revenue expenditures related to recreation, parks, and lands maintained by the Recreation and Parks Department, as well as plans submitted for development of, modification of, and/or improvements to the City parks system including park master plans and amendments.
(D) 
Support the Recreation and Parks Department in the Department's public engagement, education, and promotion of recreation and park policies, programs, and planning efforts including arts, cultural, and community activities within the City's Recreation and Parks facilities. Convey feedback from recreation and park users to the Director of Recreation and Parks and City Council members.
(E) 
Maintain awareness of public and private parties engaged in recreation and parks policies, facilities, and programs.
(F) 
Review and provide feedback regarding the maintenance needs of the City's recreation facilities, parks, and lands maintained by the Recreation and Parks Department.
(G) 
Appoint one non-voting advisory youth member to serve a one-year term, at the discretion of the Board of Parks and Recreation.
(H) 
Such other powers and duties as City Council may delegate or assign to the Board of Parks and Recreation.
(Prior code § 2.35; Ord. 2735 § 1, 1988; Ord. 2025-008, 4/15/2025)