Meetings are closed to the public unless requested to be open by all employees concerned. Members serve for overlapping four-year terms. Terms of members are overlapping and run for five years. The body elects its own chair. This is a nine member body whose members are appointed by the Mayor with the confirmation of the Council.
Members serve for overlapping two year terms.
The Board is charged with encouraging the development of desirable recreation and park facilities in the City and recommending those programs for young people and adults that suitably reflect the needs of the citizens. As a result of the Mayor and Council s Youth Initiative, one Rockville youth serves as a member of the board. The members are appointed by the Mayor with the confirmation of the Council. Terms are for two years. The Finance Director is the executive secretary to the Board.