There shall be a parks, recreation, and community services commission in the city of Kerman which may also be referenced as the "parks and recreation commission." The parks, recreation, and community services commission shall consist of five members appointed as required under Chapter 2.26.
(Ord. 23-08 § 3, 2023)
For terms commencing in January 2024, one member’s term will be for one year and the other three members’ terms will be for three years. After those terms expire, all terms for successors will be for three years. The determination as to which member’s term will be for one year will be made by the city council when appointments are approved.
(Ord. 23-08 § 3, 2023)
The parks, recreation, and community services commission, by resolution, shall adopt rules and regulations consistent with the policies and ordinances of the city. Said rules and regulations may be updated by the commission as it may be deemed necessary.
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The commission may adopt rules and regulations to govern proceedings and shall set a time for regular meetings.
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The commission shall elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson. Their respective duties shall be those that are usually carried out by such officers. Officers shall hold office for one year and until their successors are elected.
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A majority of the members of the commission shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.
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Commission meetings are subject to all open-meeting laws, and must be noticed and open to the public. Commission minutes and reports are a matter of public record and must be made available to the public in the manner provided by law.
(Ord. 23-08 § 3, 2023)
The commission shall have the following powers and duties:
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Provide advice and recommendations to the community services director and the city council on the operation and maintenance of city parks, the Kerman Community Center, and other city public or recreation facilities.
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Provide advice and recommendations on the acquisition, development and operation of public park facilities and other city recreation facilities.
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Perform other functions assigned by the city council or as required by city policy or the Kerman Municipal Code.
(Ord. 23-08 § 3, 2023)
The community services director or designee shall serve as the secretary to the commission and is authorized to sign necessary resolutions for the commission upon authority of said commission in each instance.
(Ord. 23-08 § 3, 2023)