There is created and established a "park board" for the city. The objective is to provide guidance, direction and recommendations regarding the planning, acquisition, development and operation of park facilities and recreational programs serving the needs of the Enumclaw community. "Parks and recreation facilities" means those properties and facilities that are included in the city's adopted comprehensive park and recreation plan.
(Ord. 1767 § 2, 1992; Ord. 2508 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013)
A. 
Qualifications. The park board members shall be selected from individuals having a recognized fitness and interest in parks and recreation as evidenced by training, experience, actions or other support.
B. 
Number/Terms. The park board shall consist of seven members, each of whom shall be appointed for a term as follows:
1. 
Two members for initial terms expiring December 31, 1993;
2. 
Two members for initial terms expiring December 31, 1994;
3. 
Two members for initial terms expiring December 31, 1995; and
4. 
One member for an initial term expiring December 31, 1996. Subsequent terms shall be for four years and expire on December 31st of the respective ending term year. The initial term positions and respective appointments shall be determined by the mayor.
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Residency. At least four members of the park board shall be residents of the city and the remaining three members may reside outside the city limits, but must reside within the Enumclaw parks and recreation service area district (PRSA).
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Appointment. Members of the park board shall be appointed by the mayor subject to confirmation by the city council. Members shall serve without compensation.
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Removal. Members of the park board may be removed by the mayor, with concurrence of the city council, at any time during the term.
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Vacancies. Vacancies for unexpired terms shall be filled in the same manner in which appointments are made.
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Council Representative. The member of the city council assigned to the park board shall be a nonvoting, ex officio member of the park board in addition to the prescribed seven members.
(Ord. 1767 § 2, 1992; Ord. 2508 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013; Ord. 2654 § 1 (Exh. A), 2019)
The park board shall meet and organize by electing from the members of the board a chairperson to preside at all meetings and proceedings of the park board and to serve as chairperson for each calendar year. However, the initial term of the chairperson shall be until December 31, 1993, and this initial chairperson shall be appointed by the mayor with the consent of the city council. A majority of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business, and a majority vote of those present shall be necessary to carry any proposition. The park board shall determine a regular meeting schedule as necessary, but no less frequently than quarterly. All meetings shall be open to the public. The park board shall adopt such rules and regulations as are necessary for the conduct of its business, and shall keep a written record of its proceedings as a public record.
(Ord. 1767 § 2, 1992; Ord. 2508 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013)
The park board shall serve in an advisory capacity and as such shall submit to the city council any recommendations regarding the acquisition, development, planning, and operation of park facilities, the community center, and recreational programs in the city.
More specifically, the duties and responsibilities of the park board shall be:
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Recommend policies and standards for the construction, development, maintenance, and operations of parks and recreational facilities that are included in the city's adopted comprehensive park and recreation plan;
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Recommend plans, policies, and programs for meeting the recreation and cultural needs of the city's residents in a constructive and wholesome manner, including adoption of or amendments to the city's comprehensive park and recreation plan;
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Recommend policies for restriction on, and compensation for, concessions, use of, or privileges in parks and recreational facilities;
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Recommend activities for recreational programs;
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Recommend rules and regulations for the use and management of parks and recreational facilities including planning, scheduling, budgeting, fees, operation, and other related functions. In addition, the park board shall have such other duties and responsibilities as may be prescribed by ordinance, or as directed by the mayor.
(Ord. 1767 § 2, 1992; Ord. 2508 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013)
Administrative staff support shall be provided by the parks and recreation manager or any other designee of the city administrator. Said staff support shall be responsible for the agenda packets, written record of the proceedings of the park board, and such other support as necessary to enable the park board to conduct business and carry out its duties and responsibilities.
(Ord. 1767 § 2, 1992; Ord. 2508 § 1 (Exh. A), 2013)