Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes · § 7302 — Creation of recreation board

A board of commissioners has the following powers related to recreation: (1) Equip, operate, maintain and regulate public parks, recreation areas and facilities. (2) Conduct recreation programs. (3) Appoint officers and hire employees. (4) By ordinance, vest authority under paragraphs (1), (2) and (3) in: (i) an appropriate local agency; or (ii) a park or recreation board established by ordinance stating powers and duties.