HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution - 031253A - Park Commission Authorized To Set Up And Operate A Public Recreation Program - 03_12_1953 043A VSN� A4111W 0MV
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, the City Commission has ordered the Department of Recrea-
tion to be abolished for reasons of economy and to prevent duplication of efforts
upon the part of the Department of Recreation and the Park Commissions and
whereas, the Commission is desirous of placing the functions heretofore vested
in the Department of Recreation` in the Park Commission; THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LUBBOCK:
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J.��,e� SECTION 1. That the Park Commission, in addition to the duties and
responsibilities heretofore exercised by it, is hereby vested with full power
-.2 •� and authority to set up and operate a public recreation program for the City of
Lubbock; to promote and supervise indoor as well as outdoor recreation; to
supervise and operate all softball diamonds, baseball diamonds, tennis courts,
croquet courts, basketball courts and any and all other sports and games played ,
on the public playgrounds and parks belonging to the City of Lubbock; to super-
vise, direct and stage theatric and dramatic plays; and are directed and shall
have the right to promote .any and all kinds of clean, wholesome entertainment
for the promotion of good morals, good health and good citizenship.
SECTION 2. The Park Commission is specifically authorized to take
charge of the personnel, equipment, records, administration and supervision
of all activities and functions heretofore vested in the Department of Recreation.
On motion of Commissioner Thomas , seconded by
Commissioner Carpenter the foregoing Resolution was passed
on this the 12th day of March, 1953, by the following vote:
Commissioners voting "YEA": Morris , Carpenter, Davis , Thomas and
Mayor Tripp
Commissioners voting "NAY": None
Morrell Tripp r
ATTEST: zjz ,
Lavenia owe, City&cre ry-Treasurer
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