VERGENNES PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE GENERAL CHARGE
Updated and Adopted by the Vergennes City Council, March 28, 2023
General Charge
The mission of the Vergennes Parks and Recreation Committee is to advocate for quality recreational facilities, parks, and programs, which are safe, diverse, affordable, accessible, and enriching to the community.
The Vergennes Parks and Recreation Committee shall perform in an advisory capacity to the and Recreation Coordinator in matters pertaining to the operations and maintenance of recreational programming, facilities, and parks in Vergennes. The committee will identify recreational needs, and submit recommendations to the City for the its development of goals, programs, budgets, and the maintenance of recreational facilities and parks.
Specific Duties
· GOALS/BUDGET: Make recommendations to the Recreation Coordinator for the city's recreation goals and annual recreation budget.
· PROGRAMS: Enhance the quality of life to all Vergennes residents, by recommending a wide variety of programs and services that promote maximum utilization of the parks and recreation facilities.
· PARKS/FACILITIES: Plan for proper review and inspection of parks and recreation facilities and make recommendations on facility maintenance and capital improvement projects to the Recreation Coordinator.
· COMMUNICATION: Provide opportunities for regular feedback from the community to enhance recreational opportunities.
General Information & Membership
The committee will hold one regular meeting a month as determined by the committee and more
often at the call of the committee chair. Unless warned otherwise, all meetings will be at City Hall.
The committee shall post all agenda and minutes in the same locations as the City Council agendas
and minutes are posted in compliance with the Vermont Open Meeting Laws.”
The committee may be composed of the following members appointed annually by the City Council at its first regular meeting in March. Should the City Council fail to appoint new membership at its first regular meeting in March, committee membership shall continue as previously designated until such time as the City Council is able to confirm new membership. Open seats may be appointed at any time.
Voting Members:
· Up to 12 Vergennes residents having an interest in recreation and/or recreation facilities, brought forth by recommendation of the committee chair
· 1 Representative designated by the Addison Northwest School District Board of Directors
· 1 City Council designee
The Recreation Coordinator shall staff the committee and report on the recreation budget and proposed plans regarding recreational facilities, parks, and programs.
The committee shall select a Chair, Secretary, and Financial Liaison.
Anyone interested in serving on the Vergennes Parks and Recreation Committee are encouraged to submit a letter of interest noting their desire to obtain a seat on the Vergennes Parks and Recreation Committee. Letters of interest can be emailed to the attention of the city manager at manager@vergennes.org
Reporting Responsibilities
The committee, through its Chair, City Council designee, and the Recreation coordinator, shall periodically (as necessity warrants) keep the City Council, City Manager, and the public apprised of the committee’s work, and progress on the annual goals. The committee chair and recreation coordinator shall maintain a close working relationship with the City Manager.