The current term for members of the City of Taylor Recreation Commission expires at the end of this year, so the Parks & Recreation Department is seeking any residents who would like to apply.
Commissioners are appointed to serve terms of one year. The group is made up of nine members. As their terms expire, they can reapply.
Application forms are linked to the City’s website through the “Recreation Commission” page.
The Recreation Commission is an advisory group and exists to promote an outstanding program for the residents of Taylor. In pursuit of this goal, the commission shall serve as:
- A forum for the careful consideration of policy matters related to the operation of the recreation program
- A voice for the department of parks and recreation in the community and a voice for the community in the department
- An advisor to the director of the department of parks and recreation when requested
- A recommending body to the City Council on matters of general department of parks and recreation policy
Regular meetings of the Commission are held monthly and are tentatively scheduled for 6 p.m. at the Recreation Center on the fourth Thursday of each month. However, meetings shift to other locations throughout the year. To confirm any meeting, contact the department or monitor cityoftaylor.com.
Deadline for applying to be a commissioner is Monday, October 23.