A. Administer and operate existing recreation and park areas, facilities and programs and plans for the acquisition, development and operation of proposed facilities and programs in accordance with policies and procedures set by the council and town manager.

B. Prepare an annual budget for presentation under the direction of the Town manager.

C. Inform the general public of the services and facilities being provided by the department of parks and recreation; address professional, civic and lay groups on recreational subjects; solicit suggestions from the general public on increasing the effectiveness of the recreation program; cooperate with governmental and voluntary organizations and agencies in solving of recreation problems and provide, upon request, assistance of a technical nature to community agencies and organizations on problems related to recreation and park facilities and programs.

D. Assist community organizations in the promotion of recreational activities; conduct studies of local conditions and needs for recreation services facilities and assist with the recruitment and training of professional recreation personnel and volunteer leaders.

E. Upon request, advise the council and community organizations concerning the expenditure of public funds for recreation and parks, acquisitions, design and development of recreation facilities and areas.

F. With the approval of the council, post such rules and regulations as deemed necessary for the conduct of persons in the parks and other recreation facilities under the director’s jurisdiction and see that the proper ordinances are adopted authorizing said rules and regulations.

G. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Town manager. (01-16, Amended, 12/04/2001; 99-17, Amended, 04/01/1999)