A. The purpose of BC 9.06.010 through 9.06.040 is to encourage and endorse resident involvement through the formal recognition of groups of residents that desire to form neighborhood association committees (NACs) for particular purposes, and to provide certain criteria for the formation, operation and continuation of the recognized NACs in order to insure a maximum opportunity for involvement by the residents of Beaverton in the processes of government as well as other activities concerning neighborhood and community livability.

B. Although a major function of the NACs will be to augment the public involvement process in land use related matters, such as planning and zoning activities, as is required by applicable law, it is the intent of the council to provide the basis for a wide range of activities that promote the general health and welfare of the community and a spirit of harmony and pride for all residents of Beaverton.

C. Nothing in BC 9.06.010 through 9.06.040 shall limit the right of any person, group of persons or organization from exercising a lawful right. Membership in a recognized NAC confers no extraordinary rights, standing or legal capacity solely on the basis of membership, nor is the NAC itself given any special status by this legislation that is intended to influence a court of law as to its capacity to commence litigation. [BC 9.06.010, amended by Ordinance No. 4376, 11/14/05; amended by Ordinance No. 4794, 12/1/20]