Bakersfield Municipal Code Ch. 2.51 Department

Sections: 2.51.010 Office created. 2.51.020 Director of recreation and parks—Duties and responsibilities generally.

2.51.010 Office created.¶

A. There is created a city department of recreation and parks.

B. The department of recreation and parks shall be under the supervision and direction of a director of recreation and parks who shall be appointed by the city manager.

C. Under the direct supervision of the director of recreation and parks, all regular employees of the department of recreation and parks shall maintain their existing titles and civil service status. (Ord. 3852, 1998)

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2.51.020 Director of recreation and parks—Duties and responsibilities¶

generally.

A. The duties of the director of recreation and parks shall be as follows:

1. Supervise the activities of employees in that department;

2. Prepare or cause to be prepared the annual budget for the department of recreation and parks for
approval by the city council;

3. Attend meetings, consult with, and advise the city manager on recreation and park matters;

4. Maintain recreation and park records;

5. Recommend the adoption of standards for parks, facilities, program and financial support;

6. Promulgate rules and regulations for the conduct of activities within city parks and recreational areas for
the preservation of property and the orderly use of such property;

7. Uphold the laws and ordinances governing city parks. (Ord. 3852, 1998)

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