HB 5199
Relating to county parks and recreation commission
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Bill overview
This bill allows West Virginia county courts to create county Parks, Entertainment, and Recreation Commissions (PERCs). These commissions would be responsible for establishing, improving, developing, administering, operating, and maintaining county public parks and recreation systems or facilities. The bill also outlines the composition, quorum, qualifications, terms, and potential disqualifications for commission members, and addresses the transition for existing park and recreation boards.
Key provisions
- County courts are authorized to create PERCs.
- PERCs will manage county parks and recreation systems and facilities.
- Commissions must have an odd number of members, determined by county population.
- A majority of commission members constitutes a quorum.
- Commission members must be county residents and own real estate in the county.
- Members serve three-year terms, with staggered appointments.
- Existing park and recreation boards continue until their terms expire.
- County courts appoint successors to fill vacancies.
Who is affected
- County courts
- County residents
- County park and recreation departments
- Local governments
- Citizens who utilize county parks and recreation facilities
Notable changes
- Authorizes county courts to establish PERCs where they haven't already.
- Specifies the composition and qualifications of commission members.
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Primary sponsor
B. Smith
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