Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Board Overview

The purpose of the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is to oversee the maintenance, expansion, use, and protection of the city's parks and recreational facilities, as well as, enhance the natural beauty of the city and provide enjoyment, health and general welfare to its residents.

This board also provides recreational opportunities for groups and individuals that encourage the development of a comprehensive recreation program.

At a Glance

Specifications	Details
Established by	Resolution 2018-9
Number on Board	Seven members and one alternate
Length of Term	Three years
Council Liaison	Councilor Chris Bettin
Regular Meeting Time	Second Wednesday of every month at 5:00 pm
Regular Meeting Location	Recreation Center

Responsibilities

The Recreation Advisory Board makes recommendations regarding:

Improvements to parks, trails, the cemetery, and facilities developed primarily for recreation
The urban forest of Durango within the street rights-of-way
All parks and recreation areas
Parkland acquisition or facilities for recreational purposes and their disposition
Short and long range planning

The board also initiates, reviews, and makes recommendations regarding operational policy and programs.

Current Members

Name	Appointed	Term Expires
Christy Curd, Alternate	09/04/2019	01/31/2022
Anthony Savastano, Vice Chair	03/05/2018	01/31/2021
Cathy Metz, Parks and Recreation Director	NA	NA
Ed Horvat	02/07/2017	01/31/2020
Kim Martin	02/19/2019	01/31/2022
Richard Speegle	02/07/2017	01/31/2020
Frank Viehmann	02/07/2017	01/31/2020
Seth Furtney	02/19/2019	01/31/2022
Richard Hoehlein, Chair	02/19/2019	01/31/2022