Words used in this chapter shall have the meaning set out in this section:
A. 
"Commission"
means the parks and events commission.
B. 
"Park"
means an area of land, with or without water, developed and used for public recreational purposes including landscaped tracts, picnic grounds, playgrounds, athletic fields, recreation centers, camps, footpaths, bicycle paths and bridle paths, motor vehicle drives, wildlife sanctuaries, museums, zoological and botanical gardens, facilities for bathing, boating, hunting, and fishing, as well as other recreational facilities for the use and benefit of the public.
C. 
"City event"
means any city-sponsored cultural or recreational event, such as fun runs, roadway foot races, fundraising walks, parades, carnivals, shows, exhibitions, and fairs that promote tourism, foster economic revitalization of downtown and neighborhoods and provide cultural activities for residents. The city of Snoqualmie encourages such events within an environment that allows for the excitement and fun anticipated, yet adequately provides for the protection of citizens, visitors and all participants involved. Events are further defined in SMC § 12.20.030.
(Ord. 382A § 1, 1970; Ord. 1190 § 1, 2017; Ord. 1259 § 2, 2022; Ord. 1287 § 2 (Exh. B), 2024)
The parks and events commission shall consist of five members, who shall reside within the city.
(Ord. 382A § 2, 1970; Ord. 553 § 1, 1985; Ord. 1190 § 2, 2017; Ord. 1259 § 3, 2022; Ord. 1287 § 2 (Exh. B), 2024)
Commission members shall be appointed by the mayor, subject to confirmation by the city council, and shall serve two-year terms through December 31st. Two will expire on odd numbered years and three will expire on even numbered years. Vacancies for the remainder of unexpired terms shall be filled in the same manner in which original appointments are made.
(Ord. 382A § 3, 1970; Ord. 1190 § 3, 2017; Ord. 1259 § 5, 2022; Ord. 1287 § 2 (Exh. B), 2024)
The commission shall advise the city council through the mayor regarding city parks, recreational facilities, and programs and events. The commission should encourage resident interest and participation by enlisting volunteers to provide input into the commission's city event planning and recommendations, and to participate in city events. The mayor may make decisions on city event planning without input from the commission as the mayor deems appropriate.
(Ord. 382A § 4, 1970; Ord. 1190 § 4, 2017; Ord. 1259 § 6, 2022; Ord. 1287 § 2 (Exh. B), 2024)
The city administrator, or their designee, shall designate a staff liaison to assist the parks and events commission. The staff liaison shall keep a record of all meetings, pursuant to RCW 42.30.035.
(Ord. 382A § 5, 1970; Ord. 1190 § 5, 2017; Ord. 1287 § 2 (Exh. B), 2024)
The mayor pro tem shall annually appoint one councilmember to serve as a liaison between the city council and the parks and events commission.
(Ord. 1190 § 6, 2017; Ord. 1287 § 2 (Exh. B), 2024)