Chapter 24 – Pool and Park Board

24.01 ESTABLISHMENT.

There shall be a Pool and Park Board for the City consisting of five (5) members.

24.02 APPOINTMENT AND TERM.

The Mayor shall appoint the members of the Board subject to approval of the Council, for overlapping terms of two (2) years. Vacancies on the Board shall be filled in the same manner for the balance of the term.

24.03 ORGANIZATION.

The Board shall elect one of its members as Chairperson and may appoint one of its members or some other person as a Secretary to take minutes of meetings and maintain records of all activities.

24.04 COMPENSATION.

There shall be no compensation attached to the office of Pool and Park Board member, and all services performed by the members of the Pool and Park Board shall be rendered without compensation therefor.

24.05 RECOMMENDATIONS.

The Board shall submit requests or make recommendations to the Council for improvements to the pool or park and other grounds or facilities under its jurisdiction. Upon approval by the Council, City employees shall oversee the implementation and maintenance of said improvements.

24.06 JOINT MAINTENANCE.

The Board shall, so far as possible, cooperate with any other boards or agencies within the City in providing for joint operation, grounds upkeep and maintenance of all recreation facilities under the jurisdiction of the Board within the City.

24.07 EMPLOYEES.

The Board may recommend to the Council persons to employ as necessary for the operation and upkeep of the park, pool and other facilities under its jurisdiction. The Council shall fix the terms of employment, compensation and duties, and workers will be under the direct supervision of the City Clerk or their designee. The Chairperson of the Pool and Park Board, on behalf of the Board, shall direct any issues concerning workers or performance of duties to the Office of City Hall.

24.08 RULES AND REGULATIONS.

The Board has the power to make rules and regulations for the use of the pool and parks and other grounds or facilities under its jurisdiction, with approval of the Council. The rules shall be posted or publicized for adequate notice.

24.09 FEES.

The Board, with approval of the Council, may establish fees for any private use of facilities that it may deem necessary to provide for revenues to cover the cost and associated requirements of the operation and maintenance of the pool, parks or facilities under its jurisdiction.

(Ch. 24 – Ord. 341 – Sep. 09 Supp.)