File #: 443-24    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Ordinance Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 12/5/2024 In control: Rules & Ordinance Committee
On agenda: 12/17/2024 Final action:
Title: Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) is hereby amended as noted in the body of said paper, effective upon the successful passage of a Home Rule Petition approving corresponding amendments to the City Charter.
Sponsors: Stephen Winslow
Title
Be it ordained by the Malden City Council that the Code of the City of Malden (MCC) is hereby amended as noted in the body of said paper, effective upon the successful passage of a Home Rule Petition approving corresponding amendments to the City Charter.

Body
- Strike MCC 2.16.140 STADIUM AND ATHLETIC FIELD COMMISSION in its entirety and replace it with the following:
A. Established
There shall be a Parks & Recreation Commission consisting of 5 members, appointed by the Mayor to serve for a term of three years and subject to confirmation by the City Council.

B. Authorities and Responsibilities
1. The Parks & Recreation Commission manages all city parks, stadiums, playing fields and playgrounds, and determines the design and location of playing fields, athletic courts and playground equipment provided for use by residents.

2. The Parks & Recreation Commission establishes fees for permits for use of its parks, stadiums, and fields and promulgates regulations for the use of fields, parks, stadiums and other recreational facilities under its control.

3. The Commission coordinates with the Department of Public Works to provide for the maintenance of parks and playgrounds, the preparation of fields for scheduled activities and equipping of playgrounds.

4. The Commission advises the Recreation Coordinator on development of a comprehensive plan to make recreational activities, programs, events and facilities available to residents.

- Rename MCC 2.16.140 to PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION

- Strike MCC 2.12.100 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS in its entirety and replace it with the following:
A. Established
There shall be a Department of Public Works under the supervision of a Director of Public Works who shall be appointed to a term of three years by the Mayor, with City Council approval.

B. Authorities and Responsibilities
1. The Department provides for the routine maintenance and repair of roads, sidewalks, and drainage fac...

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