Brisbane Municipal Code Ch. 2.20 Parks and Recreation Commission

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Editor's note— Ord. No. 559, § 1, adopted May 14, 2011, renamed Chapter 2.20, parks, beaches and recreation commission as parks and recreation commission.

A city parks and recreation commission is established to consist of either five (5) members or seven (7) members, as determined from time to time by the city council. Members of the parks and recreation commission shall be appointed by majority vote of the city council.

(Ord. 70 § 1, 1964).

(Ord. No. 559, § 1, 5-16-11; Ord. No. 570, § 1, 3-5-12)

Editor's note— Ord. No. 593, § 1, adopted January 15, 2015, repealed § 2.20.020, which pertained to members not to hold other offices—residence and derived from Ord. No. 70, 1964; Ord. No. 509, 2006 and Ord. No. 559, adopted May 16, 2011.

Within thirty (30) days after their appointment the members of the commission shall meet in regular session and elect from their members a chairman and vice-chairman. Their duties shall respectively be such as are usually carried by such officers. Officers shall hold office for one calendar year, or until their successor is elected.

(Ord. 70 § 4(part), 1964).

(Ord. No. 582, § 1, 5-6-13)

The commission shall adopt rules and regulations to govern procedure, which shall be consistent with any applicable rules and procedures adopted by the city council, and shall by record vote set a time for regular meetings which shall be held at least once each month. A majority of the members shall constitute a quorum.

(Ord. 70 § 4(part), 1964).

(Ord. No. 582, § 1, 5-6-13)

The commission shall:

A. Act in advisory capacity to city council on all matters pertaining to the city recreation and park department;

B. Aid in coordinating recreation and park services with any program of governmental agencies and voluntary civic organizations;

C. Review recreational services, facilities, and parks that exist or may be needed, and advise the city council at the first semiannual joint meeting;

D. Act in advisory capacity in preparation of annual budget for recreation and long-range recreation and park and playground capital improvement program;

E. Assist in promoting the public recreation program in public schools, parks, buildings, or other appropriate avenues;

F. Recommend to the city council fees or charges to be paid by residents and nonresidents for use of city recreational facilities, or for participation in city recreational programs;

G. Hold hearings as directed by the city council on matters pertaining to planning and development of parks and recreation programs and capital expenditures relating to recreation and facilities;

H. Gather community opinions, needs and perceptions regarding recreational opportunities and needs;

I. Make recommendations concerning beautification development and improvement of parks, beaches and recreation services;

J. In accordance with Section 12.12.020, to recommend as a protected tree any species of native or non-native tree, in addition to those identified in Paragraph (1) of the definition of "Protected tree," as adopted by the city council, based upon its finding and determination that such species uniquely contributes to the scenic beauty of the city or provides special benefits to the natural environment or wildlife;

K. Recommend policies on recreation and park service for approval of city council;

L. Make studies and recommend rules and regulations for adoption by the city council for the use and enjoyment of all public parks and recreational facilities including playgrounds, play fields, recreational centers, swimming pools, marina recreational areas, ball diamonds, basketball courts, and any other areas requiring regulation from time to time;

M. Participate in the development and implementation of public events on behalf of the city and sponsored by the recreation department and/or the parks and recreation commission.

(Ord. 425 § 1, 1998: Ord. 287 § 1, 1982; Ord. 70 § 5, 1964).

(Ord. No. 559, § 3, 5-16-11)