Park Board President named
“Rick’s leadership has been an invaluable asset to the board,” said Al Moll, Director of Parks and Recreation. “He’s clearly committed to our mission to enhance the quality of life in our city through our park system.”
Besides his association with the Parks and Recreation Department, Samek is on the City of Fort Wayne Economic Development Task Force, was the co-chair of the City of Fort Wayne’s North River Task Force and is involved with Make-A-Wish of Indiana, Metro YMCA and SCAN (Stop Child Abuse and Neglect).
Pamela Kelly, M.D. was re-elected as Vice President and Cheri Becker and William Zielke are currently serving as Park Board Commissioners.
Overall policy and management direction of the Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department is provided by a four member bi-partisan Board of Park Commissioners appointed by the mayor for staggered four year terms.
Following provisions of the Indiana statute (I.C. 36-10-4), the Board approves budget revenues and expenditures, passes bond issues, acquires and improves property, adopts new programs, establishes management policy and regulations, and provides a public venue for community debate and input.