Pickleweed Advisory Committee bylaws

Article I. Name and purpose

Section 1.1. Name. The name of this body shall be the City of San Rafael Pickleweed Advisory Committee, hereinafter referred to as the "Pickleweed Advisory Committee," or the "Committee."

Section 1.2. Purpose. The Pickleweed Advisory Committee provides valuable input in representing and advocating for Canal area resident’s needs and wishes for programs and services; and is a primary public networking resource between the Canal residents, representatives from governmental and non-profit agencies, and others. The Pickleweed Advisory Committee works in conjunction with the City of San Rafael.

Section 1.3. Committee Responsibility. The Pickleweed Advisory Committee’s responsibilities shall be in accord with these Bylaws, as amended from time-to-time by the City Council. The Pickleweed Advisory Committee’s authority is advisory only. The Pickleweed Advisory Committee has no power to act on behalf of the City of San Rafael or any other entity.

The duties of the Pickleweed Advisory Committee shall include the following:

  1. The Advisory Committee shall be responsible for advising the Park and Recreation Commission, City Council and City Staff on all matters pertaining to the facilities, programs and services of the Albert J. Boro Community Center and Pickleweed Park;
  2. As needed, make recommendations on policies and procedures governing the use of the Albert J. Boro Community Center and Pickleweed Park in accordance with the mission of the City of San Rafael;
  3. Assist the City with reviewing and evaluating “Use Agreements for Co-Sponsored Programming” at the Albert J. Boro Community Center and Pickleweed Community Park;
  4. Promote the use and support of the Albert J. Boro Community Center and Pickleweed Park within Canal area neighborhood, including working in cooperation with citizen and business organizations, foundations, school districts and other governmental agencies.
  5. The Committee shall have no authority to direct, nor shall it direct, City staff, officials or volunteers;

Article II. Membership