Parks, Recreation & Facilities Commission

Meetings

Roles & Responsibilities

Members of the Parks, Recreation & Facilities Commission give advisory recommendations to the City Council on all matters relating to parks, recreation, and beautification. The Commission cooperates with and advises the Parks & Recreation Director in the development and implementation of a comprehensive recreation program, a comprehensive park development program, beautification programs, and the general appearance of the city.

The Commission has the power to accept for the city donations for parks and recreation purposes, and with Council consent, to accept real property for park purposes, with the city holding title. The Commission cooperates with the Director in resolving any problems or complaints arising from departmental programs or facilities.

The seven Commission members are appointed by City Council to four-year terms, with a limit of two consecutive terms. Members shall be residents of the city. Two Port Angeles High School students and residents of Port Angeles are appointed by the Commission to serve for one school year.

View past meeting agendas and minutes.

View a directory of the Commission members.

Members

Member Position Term
Samuel McKee Commissioner #1 3/1/2026 - 2/28/2030
Lee Snook Commissioner #2 3/1/2026 - 2/28/2030
Dallas Kiedrowski Commissioner #3 3/1/2023 - 2/28/2027
Samantha Fischbein Commissioner #4 3/01/204-2/29/2028
Paul Collins Commissioner #5 3/1/2024 - 2/28/2028
Charlie McCaughan Commissioner #6 3/1/2025 - 2/28/2029
Damon Houck  Commissioner #7 Filling Unexpired Term - 2/28/2029
Ella Garcelon

Student Representative

 2024 - 2026

To Apply:

Make a difference in your community; apply to volunteer as a member for a City advisory group! If you are interested in serving on a board, committee, or commission, please submit an online application.

View Online Application: https://cityofpa-formsdev.app.transform.civicplus.com/forms/23555    

A kiosk is available at City Hall for application submission; please contact the City Clerk if this service is needed, or stop by City Hall between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. 

Please note: Many of our advisory positions require the applicant to be a City of Port Angeles resident. Please review eligibility requirements prior to submitting your application. The application contains a link to eligibility requirements for each board, commission and committee. To view these independently of the application, please see Section 2 of the Port Angeles Municipal Code (click here). 

Please contact the City Clerks office for application deadlines.