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Parks Levy Oversight Committee

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The Parks Levy Oversight Committee (PLOC) is composed of five members, selected from an open public applicant pool, appointed by the PP&R Director. The PLOC reviews program implementation, advises on transparency and communication strategies, and counsels on an independent audit process.
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The Parks Levy Oversight Committee will:

  • Review information to verify general compliance with and progress towards the purposes of the Parks Local Option Levy (Parks Levy),
  • Advise on transparency and communication strategies, and
  • Counsel on an independent audit process and annual report. 

They report annually to City Council and our community regarding adherence to Parks Levy language, fiscal accountability, and transparency.

The committee is composed of five community members selected from an open public applicant pool and appointed by the PP&R Director to serve two-year terms. Members meet quarterly and review information produced by PP&R staff. Members of the public are always welcome to attend Parks Levy Oversight Committee meetings.

Parks Levy Oversight Committee

  • Alescia Blakely
  • Mary Ruble
  • Silas Sanderson
  • Tim Williams
  • Zay Conant

Annual Reports

Fiscal Year 2023-24 Parks Levy Oversight Committee Annual Report

Fiscal Year 2022-23 Parks Levy Oversight Committee Annual Report

Fiscal Year 2021-22 Parks Levy Oversight Committee Annual Report


Meeting Agendas and Notes

Parks Levy Oversight Committee Meeting Notes - January 8, 2025

Parks Levy Oversight Committee Meeting Notes - October 22, 2024

Parks Levy Oversight Committee Meeting Notes - July 29, 2024

Parks Levy Oversight Committee Meeting Notes - May 20, 2024

Parks Levy Oversight Committee Meeting Notes - February 8, 2024

Parks Levy Oversight Committee Meeting Notes - October 26, 2023

Parks Levy Oversight Committee Meeting Notes - August 22, 2023

Parks Levy Oversight Committee Meeting Notes - April 24, 2023

Parks Levy Oversight Committee Meeting Notes - February 6, 2023

Parks Levy Oversight Committee Meeting Notes - November 17, 2022

Parks Levy Oversight Committee Meeting Notes - September 12, 2022

Parks Levy Oversight Committee Meeting Notes - May 3, 2022

Parks Levy Oversight Committee Meeting Notes - February 7, 2022

Parks Levy Oversight Committee Meeting Notes - September 27, 2021

Parks Levy Oversight Committee Meeting Notes - July 12, 2021


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