Palm Desert Municipal Code Ch. 2.58 Parks and Recreation Committee

A parks and recreation committee ("committee") is hereby established for the city of Palm Desert ("city"). The provisions set forth in Chapter 2.34 of this code shall apply to this committee, except as otherwise required by state law. If there is any conflict between this chapter and Chapter 2.34 of this code, the provisions of this chapter shall control.

(Ord. 1390 § 7, 2023)

The parks and recreation committee shall be composed of seven regular members from the community. Additionally, a representative from Desert Recreation District, Family YMCA of the Desert, and any other organization that has an interest in parks and recreation are encouraged to attend.

(Ord. 1390 § 7, 2023; Ord. 1428, 3/13/2025)

The parks and recreation committee may hold regular meetings every other month on such date, time, and place as set by committee resolution or minute order.

(Ord. 1390 § 7, 2023; Ord. 1447, 5/14/2026)

The parks and recreation committee shall serve in an advisory capacity to the city council on matters relating to parks and recreation. The committee shall have the following responsibilities:

A. Policy and Long-Range Planning. Review and make recommendations to the city council regarding parks and recreation policy, long-range planning, and master planning.

B. Community Input. Receive and communicate community input regarding parks, recreation programs, amenities, and priorities.

C. Major Projects and Initiatives. Review and make recommendations regarding significant parks and recreation projects, capital improvements, program enhancements, and other major policy matters affecting parks and recreation.

D. Liaisons and Coordination. Members may be appointed by the committee or city council to serve as a liaison with other counties, districts, cities, agencies, commissions, committees, organizations, or groups as may be appropriate.

E. Advisory Role. The committee shall make recommendations to the city council on policy matters concerning parks and recreation. Operational matters, including facility inspections, maintenance, and day-to-day administration, shall remain the responsibility of city staff.

(Ord. 1390 § 7, 2023; Ord. 1447, 5/14/2026)