The purpose of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is to make recommendations on recreation policy and grant activities, and to offer advice and assistance to the Parks and Recreation Department and others, as necessary. These duties will include:
(A) To determine the needs, interests and goals of the community for recreation facilities and programs and make recommendations to the City Council to meet those needs and goals.
(B) To assist in public education and outreach regarding the importance and need for park and recreation programs, greenways, facilities and services.
(C) To make recommendations to the City Council on acceptance of public dedication of land or fee in lieu of the dedication of land for park, recreation and open space as required by the city Land development code.
(D) To seek and make recommendations on the acceptance of grants, gifts, bequests, donations and personal or real property for park, greenway, and recreation purposes.
(E) To assist the city in recruiting voluntary leadership staff to work with park/recreation facilities, programs and activities.
(F) To assist in matters relating to maintaining the highest standards in park development and operation, park/recreation leadership and in well-balanced programs.
(G) To assist in developing a comprehensive master plan to meet the present and future needs for programs, services, park facilities, open spaces and trails and to advise in developing priorities for each of these.
(H) Upon request, recommend approval of rules and procedures pertaining to the use of public parks and facilities including suggested fees and charges.
(I) To be active participants in fundraising efforts for city festivals and events.
(J) For capable Committee members to volunteer time at city festivals and events to assist the parks and recreation staff if needed.
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