[Amended 4-26-2021 by Ord. No. 21-11]
There is hereby established a Department of Recreation, Community
Development and Senior Services, the head of which shall be the Director
of Recreation, Community Development and Senior Services.
[Amended 4-26-2021 by Ord. No. 21-11]
The Director of Recreation, Community Development and Senior
Services shall be responsible, among other responsibilities which
may be assigned from time to time, for:
A. The maintenance and upkeep of all Township parks, playgrounds, ball
fields and other recreational facilities of the Township, whether
owned or leased, and to ensure their safe operation.
B. The creation and administration of a full schedule of recreational
opportunities for children and adults in Vernon Township.
C. The issuing of permits for the Township's fields, parks and recreation
facilities, and to coordinate with the Township's non-profit and civic
groups.
D. The providing of administrative services for the Senior Citizen Program
in the Township of Vernon, supervise Township-sponsored activities
designed for senior citizens and coordinate the programs for senior
citizens, including the Vernon Township Nutrition Site.
E. Assisting the Office of the Township Mayor with the development and
administration of Township projects and transactions.
F. Researching and proposing special funding through grants and other
practicable sources for the good of the Township.
G. Preparing and submitting project and management operating reports
and associated expenditures and budgets related to Township projects
and transactions.
H. Under the direction of the Township Mayor, establishing administrative
procedures to ensure maximum service is provided at reasonable cost.
I. Disseminating information on programs, both internally and to other
agencies and interested parties.
J. Stimulating public interest in community development, including the
organization, philosophy, and objectives of community development
programs and projects to other agencies and the community.
K. Assisting the Township Mayor in the formulation of mechanisms for
improved coordination and program design regarding community development.
L. Maintaining and organizing appropriate records and files for projects
assigned by the Office of the Township Mayor.