The purpose of the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Advisory Board shall include, but not be limited to:
(1) Advise the City Council on such matters as shall pertain to the planning, regulation, maintenance, repair, and operation of City-owned and controlled golf courses and the play thereon.
(2) Serve as advocates for open space within the City; advise the City Council on matters pertaining to open space; recommend criteria for lands appropriate for open space consideration and recommend appropriate properties; build awareness in the community for the open space concept.
(3) Advise the Council upon such matters as shall pertain to the planning or regulation of City-owned and controlled parks, open space, golf courses, recreational areas, and facilities and recreational programs, both within and without the corporate bounds of the City.
Board Information
A majority of the total number of members currently on the board shall constitute a quorum and shall be sufficient to approve any actions as authorized by the enabling ordinance or other city regulations.
Board members shall be appointed to the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Advisory Board pursuant to Charter Section 9-1 and Code Sections 2-769 and 2-772. Board members must not have any financial interest in any operation of the department. Subcommittees may be appointed as necessary to accomplish their purposes and objectives.
| Name | Position | Term Start | Term End | Status | Appointed By |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aghaji, Chukwubuike | Ward III | 01 Jan 2026 | 31 Dec 2029 | Active | |
| Comet, Rosie | Ward V | 01 Jan 2026 | 31 Dec 2028 | Active | |
| Davis, Greg | Ward IV | 01 Jan 2026 | 31 Dec 2029 | Active | |
| DeLaup, Ashley | Ward VI | 01 Jan 2026 | 31 Dec 2028 | Active | |
| Ely, Mike | Ward II | 01 Jan 2026 | 31 Dec 2027 | Active | |
| Franklin, Sarah | Ward IV | 01 Jan 2026 | 31 Dec 2029 | Active | |
| Jarecki, Shandi | Ward III | 01 Jan 2026 | 31 Dec 2029 | Active | |
| Kim, Caroline | Ward V | 01 Jan 2026 | 31 Dec 2027 | Active | |
| Lo Bue-Estes, Christine | Ward VI | 01 Jan 2026 | 31 Dec 2029 | Active | |
| Lukasezck, Bryan | Ward VI | 01 Jan 2026 | 31 Dec 2027 | Active | |
| Quest, Yvonne | Ward VI | 01 Jan 2026 | 31 Dec 2028 | Active | |
| Roy, Dennis | Ward II | 01 Jan 2026 | 31 Dec 2028 | Active | |
| Tymokovich, Ty | Ward VI | 01 Jan 2026 | 31 Dec 2027 | Active |