(A) The Park Board shall serve in an advisory capacity to the City Council on matters pertaining to the parks and recreation programs of the city; however, the Park Board shall have the authority to set rules and regulations on matters pertaining to the parks and recreations programs of the city. The City Council may adopt, reject, modify or amend the recommendations, regulations or rules set forth by the Board. Among the matters the Board may consider are:
(1) The acquisition or disposal of public property for parks and recreation purposes;
(2) The development of short and long range goals for parks and recreation, including the formulation of a master plan;
(3) The beautification and enhancement of parks, including proposed capital improvements;
(4) The creation, implementation and expansion of city sponsored recreation programs; and
(5) The adoption, amendment and enforcement of rules, regulations, fees, charges and policies for and governing the use of city park properties and facilities and recreation programs.
(B) Findings and recommendations of the Board regarding the maintenance and upkeep of existing parks properties and facilities shall be referred to the City Manager for appropriate action.
(Ord. 3020, passed 6-3-97; Am. Ord. 3102, passed 6-4-02; Am. Ord. 3157, passed 4-5-05; Am. Ord. 3174, passed 3-21-06; Am. Ord. 3229, passed 3-20-12)