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Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Type: Board
Meeting Frequency: Third Tuesday, at 5:30 p.m.. Meeting location varies. Contact board secretary for information.
Contact: Secretary, Michael Clark (540) 853-2236; [email protected]
Members: Eleven (11); (*) Denotes non-City resident
| Member | Term of Office | Eligible for Reappointment |
|---|---|---|
| Deborah Pitts | 03/31/26 | Yes |
| James Pickens | 03/31/26 | Yes |
| Diane Simmons | 03/31/24 | Yes |
| Vacant | 03/31/25 | Yes |
| Cathy Carter | 03/31/26 | Yes |
| Tim Pohlad-Thomas | 03/31/25 | Yes |
| Alexander Barge | 03/31/25 | Yes |
| S. Terry McGuire | 03/31/24 | Yes |
| Jared Rigby | 03/31/25 | Yes |
| Jerome W. Stephens* | 03/31/24 | No |
| Elvir Berbic* | 03/31/24 | Yes |
Purpose: The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will advise the City’s professional staff as to issues concerning citizen participatory input and guidance; act as clearinghouse for citizen concerns and opinions; advise professional staff with regard to Master Plan and Comprehensive Plan implementation; assist the general public in understanding decisions and policies made by municipal leadership; provide advocacy for community Parks and Recreation related issues; and facilitate communication between citizens, departmental staff, municipal administrative staff and legislative branches of local government by means of written directives and board recommendations.
Note: The Advisory Board will consist of no more than 11 members, with staggered terms of office: i.e., 4 members for 1 year, 4 members for 2 years, and 5 members for 3 years. All new appointments will be for a term of 3 years.
For additional information, please contact the Secretary to the board.