Calexico Municipal Code Ch. 2.27 Community Services Commission

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Editor's note— Ord. No. 1229, § 2, adopted March 15, 2023, repealed the former Ch. 2.27, §§ 2.27.010—2.27.070, and enacted a new Ch. 2.27, §§ 2.27.010—2.27.040 as set out herein. The former Ch. 27 pertained to similar subject matter and was derived from Ord. No. 1226, adopted May 18, 2022; and Ord. No. 1211, adopted Dec. 16, 2020.

A commission to be known and designated as the community services commission of the city is created and established. The rules and regulations set forth in Chapter 2.19 shall apply to this commission, except as otherwise required by state law. If there is any conflict or inconsistency between the provisions of this chapter and Chapter 2.19, the provisions of this chapter will control.

(Ord. No. 1229, § 2, 3-15-23)

The purpose of the community services commission is to advise the city council regarding park, recreational, cultural, art, historical, beautification, and senior-related programs and services that would be of interest and benefit to city residents.

(Ord. No. 1229, § 2, 3-15-23)

The community services commission shall consist of seven members.

(Ord. No. 1229, § 2, 3-15-23)

The community service commission will meet in accordance with Chapter 2.19 of this code at a date and time to be determined by the commission.

(Ord. No. 1239, § 1, 5-8-24; Ord. No. 1241, § 2, 2-5-25)

The community services commission shall have such specific powers and duties as the city council shall from time to time invest in it, including the following:

A. Support the recreation and public works departments and their divisions.

B. Encourage citizens to take advantage of programs and services offered by the recreation department and its divisions.

C. Assist with the arts in public places program (see Chapter 17.19) and make recommendations regarding public arts programs.

D. Encourage the use of traditional and innovative cultural and recreational services.

E. Make recommendations to the city council regarding recreation department programs.

F. Promote school and community cooperation to enhance programs and services.

G. Promote cooperative agreements between the city and other agencies (local, state, and federal) to augment current programs and services.

H. Assist with public exhibitions for cultural and arts events/installations.

I. Provide advice and recommend plans to identify and preserve historical structures and landmarks.

J. Advise staff and city council on policies, procedures, rules and regulations relating to the operation of the recreation center, public parks, trails and facilities, open spaces, programs and services, including rates or fees to be charged.

K. Review, evaluate, and make recommendations to the city council regarding development, maintenance, and operation methods that are sustainable and energy efficient.

L. Advise and guide civic groups, youth organizations, senior organizations, and interested individuals who wish to plan community events or engage in community service projects for the benefit of the city and the community.

M. Study, develop, and recommend plans subject to the approval of the city council, for improving the health, sanitation, safety and cleanliness of the city.

(Ord. No. 1229, § 2, 3-15-23)