Purpose: Annually submits a five-year comprehensive park plan; makes recommendations regarding the management, maintenance, use, and improvement of all parks and public recreational facilities owned or controlled by the city; makes recommendations concerning acquiring real property and concerning donations, legacies, and bequests; makes recommendations regarding recreational programs and events.
Membership: Composed of seven members serving two-year terms, one of whom is a high school student and one alternate member. The student member is not required to be a registered voter. The alternate member may vote if a regular member is absent.
Number of Positions:
7
Term Length:
2 years
Residency Requirements:
1 year
Meeting Date:
3rd Thursday of each month
7:00 pm
City Council Chambers
100 East Main Street, Suite 500
If you are interested in service on a board or commission, you may submit the required application at any time, Regular interviews are conducted in Mid-November of each year for terms beginning the first of the following year. To inquire about current openings or for additional information, please contact Karen Thompson by email, or by calling 990-4363.
For more information about the Parks and Recreation Commission please contact the Parks Department at 512-251-5082 or .
