A. The members of the Park and Recreation Board shall be appointed by the Mayor, subject to confirmation by the City Council to three (3) year terms consistent with the requirements of SMC 2.06.030 and 2.06.035. Appointments made to fill vacancies caused by any reason shall be for the remainder of the unexpired term.

B. Members shall serve without compensation.

C. In addition, in making appointments to the Board, the appointing authority shall seek to appoint persons who are knowledgeable in matters of Park and Recreation and who possess qualities of impartiality and broad judgment, and an ability to reconcile conflicting viewpoints. Desired qualifications for Board members include an expertise in the fields of parks, sports, recreation programs and environmental preservation.

D. The Mayor shall strive to maintain a diverse representation of membership. (Ord. 1895, 1999; Ord. 2334, 2018)