There is hereby created the Parks and Recreation Department for the purpose of performing parks and recreation services for the City. The department shall be supervised by the parks director who shall serve as its director, who shall have complete charge of all of the work of the department, and who shall be responsible for hiring and supervising employees of the department.
(Ord. 4810, Added, 09/14/2002)
There is hereby created the position known as Parks Director. The Parks Director shall be appointed by the Mayor, subject to confirmation of the City Council, on the basis of professional experience, education and demonstrated knowledge of accepted practices relating to the duties of the department.
(Ord. 4810, Added, 09/14/2002)
It shall be the duty of the parks director to provide for the proper maintenance and operation of public parks, playgrounds, recreational and golf course facilities, and Ivy Green Cemetery; and to provide recreational programs on behalf of the City. The Parks Director shall perform such other duties as the City Council or Mayor may direct or as may be required by law.
(Ord. 4810, Added, 09/14/2002)