After a nation-wide candidate search, Nathan J. Burrell, who has worked in the parks system full-time for approximately 10 years now, and has been Richmond's Trail Manager since around 2005, will be the City's new JRPS Manager.
Nathan will be now be moving from acting Interim-JRPS Mgr. to adopting the position permanently. A position that has been open since Ralph White retired from the department after more than 30 years back in Dec. 2012.
A quote from Nathan Burrell, “I’m excited about this opportunity to help in making Richmond one of the most livable cities in the U.S. with my focus on the management and development of one of our greatest resources, the James River Park,” said Burrell. “I am especially committed to maintaining a balanced approach between adventure recreation and environmental stewardship, which is critical to the future of the park.”Talk About this-CCVA-Forums
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