CONVENTION AND VISITORS' BUREAU


Established by Resolution Number 6-43-81, as amended, under the authority
granted by Article III, Section 5, of the City Charter. The Certificate of
Incorporation for the Oak Ridge Convention and Visitors Bureau was issued
by the Secretary of State on November 18, 1981.

Composition:  The Convention and Visitors Bureau Board of Directors is
composed of seven members appointed by City Council for three-year
staggered terms beginning on July 1.  Officers of the Board are elected
annually by the membership and consist of a chairperson, vice-chairperson,
and treasurer.  The presence of a majority of the Board members at a duly
convened meeting of the Board constitutes a quorum, and no action may be
taken by the Board without a majority vote of the members present at any
such meeting.

General Powers and Duties:  The functions of the Bureau include general
tourism promotion and convention development, and developing, coordinating,
and promoting special events.  The purpose and objectives shall be to
promote the visitor and convention industry and encourage the development
of tourism activities in Oak Ridge and vicinity.  The Board has the power
to engage professional assistance as necessary, and is empowered to employ
an Executive Director to carry out the functions, operations and purposes
of the Bureau.  The Board of Directors reports to City Council on Bureau
performance and accomplishments on at least an annual basis.

Meetings:  The Board meets at regular intervals as it designates.