Chapter 2.60
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION

Sections:

2.60.010    Parks and recreation commission created.

2.60.020    Membership, terms, residence requirements.

2.60.030    Duties and responsibilities.

2.60.010 Parks and recreation commission created.

The city of Kent parks and recreation commission is hereby created. The parks and recreation commission shall serve in an advisory capacity to the mayor, city council, city administrative officer, and city staff, and is subject to the general provisions applicable to boards and commissions as provided for under Chapter 2.50 KCC, except as those provisions are modified by the following provisions specific to the parks and recreation commission.

(Ord. No. 4406, § 11, 7-6-21; Ord. No. 4117, § 1, 7-1-14; Ord. No. 4271, § 1, 2-6-18)

2.60.020 Membership, terms, residence requirements.

A. Number of members. The membership of the city parks and recreation commission shall consist of 12 members.

B. Residence requirements. At least six persons appointed to serve on the parks and recreation commission shall reside within the corporate limits of the city. To the extent reasonably practicable, appointment should reflect a balance and diversity of users of and interests in Kent’s parks and recreation services, and should include one youth representative.

(Ord. No. 4406, § 11, 7-6-21; Ord. No. 4117, § 1, 7-1-14; Ord. No. 4271, § 1, 2-6-18; Ord. No. 4275, § 1, 5-1-18)

2.60.030 Duties and responsibilities.

The parks and recreation commission is advisory in nature and shall make reports and recommendations to the mayor, city council, and city staff concerning parks and recreation issues, including:

A. Ways to advocate public support, involvement, and funding of Kent parks, facilities, and programs;

B. Opportunities to engage the public in decisions affecting Kent parks, facilities, and programs;

C. Budget recommendations for the acquisition, development, and operation of parks, facilities, and programs;

D. Policy recommendations;

E. Comprehensive parks and trails planning;

F. Priorities for the acquisition of land and/or facilities;

G. Development, design, and operation of parks, facilities, and programs;

H. Capital improvements planning;

I. Rules, regulations, or other restrictions applicable to parks, facilities, and programs;

J. Concessions at park facilities;

K. Contracts, interlocal agreements, and lease agreements regarding parks and recreation activities;

L. Other matters that the mayor, city council, or parks director may refer to the parks and recreation commission for its consideration and recommendation.

Parks and recreation commission members are encouraged to play an active role in engaging the Kent community to support key park and recreation projects through public outreach efforts.

(Ord. No. 4406, § 11, 7-6-21; Ord. No. 4117, § 1, 7-1-14; Ord. No. 4271, § 1, 2-6-18. Formerly § 2.57.040)