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Editor's Note: Former Art. XIII, Department of Recreation and Community Development, was retitled 4-26-2021 by Ord. No. 21-11.
[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.