§ 2.265.020. Department functions.

The department shall:

A.

Facilitate collaborative efforts and a coordinated approach to improve and expand the delivery of quality human services in the city;

B.

Administer various programs in the city designed to protect, improve and restore the personal welfare and well-being of city residents of all ages;

C.

Develop strategies to respond to unmet human service needs and gaps within the city;

D.

Provide staff services and support to the human services commission, the recreation and parks commission, the commission on the status of women, and the senior commission;

E.

Coordinate with public and private sectors to address the social and economic needs of the residents of the city;

F.

Operate community and recreation services programs for the city consistent with the city charter, ordinances and administrative policy;

G.

Develop and conduct a comprehensive recreation program to meet the needs and interests of the residents of the city;

H.

Perform such other related duties as shall be required by law, ordinance or the city manager.

(Ord. 6832 § 4, 2000; Ord. 6714 § 1 (part), 1997)