Senate Bill No. by Senator Barrow amends the structure of the Recreation and Park Commission for East Baton Rouge Parish. The bill reduces the number of ex officio members from five to three and increases the number of appointed members from four to six, resulting in a total of nine commissioners. The three ex officio members will now include the mayor-president or a designated officer, a member of the East Baton Rouge Parish school board, and a member of the planning commission, each serving terms that coincide with their respective positions. The appointed members will be qualified voters of the parish, appointed by the metropolitan council for three-year terms. Additionally, the quorum requirement is changed from five to four members.

The bill also addresses the need for compliance with the Home Rule Charter of East Baton Rouge Parish, ensuring that the changes do not conflict with the existing governance structure. It stipulates that the current members of the commission will remain in office until the new members take their positions as outlined in the bill. The act will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for gubernatorial action if not signed.

Statutes affected:
SB343 Original: