Chapter 13.04 — PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION

13.04.060 (Repealed by 5919, 6/8/04)

• See Charter Section 907.

The following words and terms as used in this chapter shall have the meanings respectively set forth in this section unless a different meaning is expressly stated.

.010 “Department” or “Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department” or “Parks, Recreation and the Arts Department” or “Parks and Recreation Department” shall all mean and refer to the Community Services Department of the City of Anaheim.

.020 “Director” or “Department Head” shall mean the Director of the Community Services Department of the City of Anaheim. (Ord. 5919 1; June 8, 2004: Ord. 6401 § 3 (part); March 21, 2017.)

.010 A Parks and Recreation Commission consisting of seven members hereby exists in the City of Anaheim pursuant to Section 907 of the Charter of the City of Anaheim.

.020 The City Council may appoint up to seven ex officio, non-voting members, each of whom shall be a member of the board of trustees of a separate public school district serving the City of Anaheim. Ex officio members, if any, shall serve for a term of four years from the date of appointment. (Ord. 1300 § 1; November 25, 1958; Ord. 3482 § 1; November 18, 1975: Ord. 4145 § 1; July 8, 1980: Ord. 5861 § 1; June 10, 2003: Ord. 6176, § 2; August 24, 2010: Ord. 6401 § 3 (part); March 21, 2017.)

.010 The Commission may adopt rules and regulations to govern the conduct of its meetings, subject to the approval thereof by the City Council, and shall, by vote, set a time for regular meetings, which shall be held at least once each month.

.020 A majority of total number of members of the Commission then in office shall constitute a quorum. (Ord. 1300 § 2; November 25, 1958: Ord. 5919 2; June 8, 2004: Ord. 6401 § 3 (part); March 21, 2017.)

The duties of the Parks and Recreation Commission shall be as follows:

.010 Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the Director in all matters pertaining to parks and recreation, and to cooperate with other governmental agencies and civic groups in the advancement of sound park and recreation planning and programming.

.020 Recommend policies on recreation service for approval by the City Council.

.030 Advise the Director on problems of development of recreation areas, facilities, programs and improved recreation services.

.040 Recommend the adoption of standards on areas, facilities, programs and financial support.

.050 Have periodic inventories made of recreation services that exist or may be needed, and make recommendations concerning such services to the City Council and to the Director.

.060 Aid in coordinating the recreation service with the programs of other governmental agencies and voluntary organizations.

.070 Review the effectiveness of the park and recreation programs with the Director and City Manager.

.080 Interpret the policies and functions of the Community Services Department to the public.

.090 Review the annual budget of the Community Services Department before presentation to the City Manager and City Council, and advise the Director on the development of the Recreation Element of the General Plan, strategic planning efforts and any other long-range planning efforts designed to address the service needs of the public. (Ord. 3794 § 4 (part); February 13, 1979: Ord. 5919 3; June 8, 2004: Ord. 6401 § 3 (part); March 21, 2017.)

13.04.035 (Repealed by 6606, 4/8/25).

.010 There hereby exists in the City of Anaheim the Community Services Department, as created and established pursuant to Section 1.04.110 of the Anaheim Municipal Code.

.020 The mission of the Department is to enrich individuals, families and the community through the provision of services, facilities and programs which improve the quality of life in Anaheim. (Ord. 3794 § 4 (part); February 13, 1979: Ord. 5919 § 4; June 8, 2004.)

.010 The City Manager shall appoint, subject to the prior review and approval of the City Council as required pursuant to the City Charter, a Director to administer the park and recreation program. Said Director shall also administer such other programs and services as may from time to time be under the jurisdiction of the Director.

.020 The Director shall attend meetings of the Commission, serve as Secretary to the Commission without vote, and make such reports to the Commission or to the City Council as shall be required.

.030 The Director shall:

.0301 Be responsible for the administration and operation of the Community Services Department, in accordance with the policies recommended by the Commission as approved by the City Manager and the City Council, and shall perform the following specific functions within the budgetary limits as approved annually by the City Council, and provided that all expenditures shall be approved by the City Manager and/or the City Council.

.0302 Recommend for employment required personnel according to the standard procedures as set forth by the City of Anaheim and, upon employment, shall supervise them in the performance of their various duties.

.0303 Administer, operate, and maintain existing park and recreation areas and facilities, and plan for the acquisition, development and operation of proposed facilities, in accordance with the policies recommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission and as approved by the City Manager and the City Council.

.0304 Inform the general public of services and facilities being provided by the Community Services Department.

.0305 Solicit suggestions from the general public to improve or increase the effectiveness of its services.

.0306 Cooperate with governmental and voluntary organizations and agencies in the furtherance of recreation opportunities.

.0307 Prepare manuals, bulletins and reviews on parks and recreation problems.

.0308 Upon request, provide assistance of a technical nature to community agencies and organizations having problems relating to park and recreation areas, facilities and programs.

.0309 Counsel with officials of public and private organizations and other interested groups concerning community recreation and leisure activities, and assist them in the promotion of recreation services.

.0310 Conduct studies of local conditions and needs for park and recreational services, and assist with recruitment and training of recreational personnel.

.0311 Prepare a budget request for the review of the Parks and Recreation Commission, and present this request to the City Manager and the City Council. Said budget shall provide for recreation services and operating costs for the ensuing fiscal year. (Ord. 3794 § 4 (part); February 13, 1979: Ord. 5919 § 5; June 8, 2004.)

13.04.060 (Repealed by 5919, 6/8/04)