Title
Conduct introductions and take action to make appointments to the Parks and Recreation Commission for up to three regular members for two-year terms beginning January 1, 2017; and one alternate member for a one-year term beginning January 1, 2017.
Summary
The terms of Ms. Christie Couch, Ms. Lisa Ely, Ms. Laura Sagar and Mr. Scott Langer (Alternate) are ending December 31, 2016. Applications have been received from Ms. Lisa Ely and Mr. Michael Owens.
The City Charter was amended by the voters at a special election held on November 8, 2016, which removed the Parks Commission from the City Charter and added the following provisions for a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
Section 8.10. Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
(a) Composition and term: The city council shall appoint a parks and recreation advisory board consisting of seven members as needed to facilitate specific parks development projects or activities. The length of term in which members serve will be determined on the time necessary to complete the specific project and will not be continuous. Should city council consist of five city council members and the mayor then each councilmember will be responsible for appointing one member and the mayor shall appoint two members to the board. Should city council consist of six city council members and the mayor, then each council member and the mayor shall be responsible for appointing one member.
(b) Powers and duties: The board shall exercise the following powers:
1. The board shall be responsible for making recommendations to the City Manager specific to the project in which they were appointed.
2. Any other matters designated by the city council.
The City of Pflugerville still maintains a Parks and Recreation Commission as created by ordinance. The Parks and Recreation Commission information from the City Code is attached.
Deadline for City Council Action
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Fiscal Impact
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