§ 8-24. Committee established; purpose.

A. 

The purpose of the Parks and Recreation Committee shall be to provide the finest recreational opportunities in the Borough of High Bridge for all citizens. The Committee will oversee the daily operation of all passive and active recreational activity. This includes the Boroughs system of parks, playgrounds, recreational centers, facilities, and recreational programs, including community sports, celebrations, special events and other recreational activities. Furthermore, the Parks and Recreation Committee shall provide a means of encouraging community involvement to park development and recreational programming. Recreational operations will be funded primarily through user fees and less significantly from Borough tax revenues.

B. 

Jurisdiction. The Parks and Recreation Committee shall have supervisory jurisdiction over the Parks and Recreational areas owned by the Borough, but shall report to the Mayor and Council. It shall be the duty of this Committee to maintain and develop the Borough park system, provide quality sporting fields, provide forestry and turf maintenance services and to provide leisure services for the residents of the Borough of High Bridge. If necessary, a Director of Parks and Recreation may be hired by the Borough and will serve as an advisory member of the Committee.