HomeMy WebLinkAboutRecreation Committee - REC - Charge - August 2021.Rev1 RECREATION COMMITTEE
Members: 7
Appointed by: Town Manager, with Select Board approval Length of Term:3 years
Appointments made: May 31
Liaisons: Select Board, Lincoln Park Subcommittee, Community Preservation
Committee, Lexington School Committee, Lexington Bicycle
Committee
Meeting Times: 3rd Wednesday of each month plus other times as needed
Subcommittee: Lincoln Park Subcommittee
Description: The Committee is responsible for the planning and administration of public
playgrounds and recreational centers in the town. It is charged with administering, expanding, and
promoting recreation, leisure activities, play, sports and physical education.
Criteria for Membership: Members should have an active interest in recreation in Lexington.
Knowledge of sports and familiarity with Lexington Town Meeting is also desirable.
Ref: Lexington Code Chapter 29 §17-20
Selectmen designated as Special Municipal Employees on April 24, 1963.
Selectmen reaffirmed designation as Special Municipal Employees on January 18, 2006.
Revised Charge adopted by Selectmen on October 15, 2018,adding Liaisons.
Charge updated August 2021.