INC NEWS - New Parks and Recreation Director Named

[RW Pickle]

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RWP
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City of Durham Names New Parks and Recreation Director

Durham, N.C. - City Manager Patrick W. Baker announced today the
appointment of Rhonda B. Parker as the new director for Durham Parks and
Recreation (DPR). 

Parker has served as the interim director since October 2006 and as the
assistant director for DPR's Recreation Programs and Facilities for more
than two years.  Prior to joining the City, Parker was the recreation
superintendent for Parks, Recreation and Tourism in Newport News, Va.

According to Parker, this opportunity will allow her to fulfill several
goals, such as DPR receiving national accreditation as well as assisting
with the development of a comprehensive gang initiative.  “I love Durham
for its diversity, grassroots community efforts and the passion of its
citizens,” Parker said.  “As the new director of DPR, I look forward to
continued partnerships with our residents so our department can continue
to provide quality programs as well as quality indoor and outdoor leisure
facilities.” 

With over 30 years of experience in recreation programming, supervision
and management, Parker received both a master's in Management with an
emphasis on Business and Public Policy and a bachelor's degree in
Sociology and Social Work from Hampton University in Hampton, Va.

In addition to serving as the new director, Parker will continue to serve
on several boards including the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council; Durham
Arts Council Board; Governor’s Crime Cabinet Community Advisory Committee;
and multiple Results-Based Accountability City/County Committees.

Parker will begin her role as director effective immediately and will earn
an annual salary of $100,000. 

About Durham Parks and Recreation
Durham Parks and Recreation (DPR) provides opportunities for the City of
Durham community to "Play More."  The department helps citizens discover,
explore and enjoy life through creative and challenging recreational
choices that contribute to their physical, emotional and social health.
 To learn more about DPR, visit the City's website at
www.durhamnc.gov/departments/parks/.  


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