Prior to the adoption of 16297 on 12/20/1999, Section 26-84 read as follows.

Section 26-84 Same--Purpose; duties generally.

(a) The board shall be advisors to the city council, city manager and department director on the use of the funds created by the hotel and motel tax herein provided for and on the promotions and activities of the convention and visitors department.

(b) The board's advisory role shall be limited to advising the city council and staff; no administrative direction shall be made to the director or any staff member of the convention and visitors department. Any board member interfering with the administration of the department shall forfeit his post upon the affirmative vote of the city council.

(1) Annual budget of the convention and visitors department.

(2) Such projects and promotions as the city council or staff shall refer to the board for review.

(3) Such other duties as the city council may assign.

(Code 1964, § 11.1442)