The Park Board is responsible for the oversight of the Parks & Recreation Department of the City of Michigan City, providing general supervision; providing budget oversight; establishing rules governing the department, the parks and recreation facilities; and making recommendations to the Mayor concerning the operation of the board and the status of park and recreation programs in the district. The board consists of hour (4) members appointed to four-year terms by the Mayor. The Park Board meeting regularly at 5:00 PM on the first and third Wednesday of each month Council Chambers in City Hall. Board meetings are open to the public.