Park Board
Oct 17th, 2007 by superintendent
On July 19, 1965, the Allen County Park Board was formed. On July 28, 1965 their first meeting was held. The original 5-member board was appointed by the Circuit Court Judge of Allen County.
The goal of this board was to serve the citizens of Allen County with park areas for recreation and also to acquire large areas of land to help ensure conservation and preservation of our natural resources.
In 1985, the Allen County Park and Recreation Board was re-established in accordance with the amended Indiana Park and Recreation Ordinance dated July 19, 1965, as authorized by Indiana Code 36-10-3. Under this amended ordinance, the 5-member board was increased to a 7-member board and became effective April 18, 1985.
These seven members are appointed by five sources rather than only one source under the original ordinance. Members are appointed as follows:
2-members appointed by the Circuit Court Judge;
2-members appointed by the County Council;
1-member appointed by the County Commissioners;
1-member selected by’ the’ County Extension Committee; and
1-member appointed by the Mayor of Fort Wayne.
They currently meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. On an as-needed basis, and in accordance with Indiana Code, they will conduct an executive session for special concerns such as real estate options or personnel matters. The Park Board is under the authority of both the Allen County Commissioners and County Council.
Current Park Board Members:
Samuel Gregory Jr. - President
Roger Moll - Vice President
Ricky Kemery - Secretary
Matthew Henry - Member
Mitch Sheppard - Member
Christine Vandervelde - Member
Kim Stacey - Member
Carrie Hawk-Gutman - Park Board Attorney
Meetings are at 4 PM every 3rd Wednesday, alternating between Fox Island and Metea County Parks.
January 16, 2008, Metea
February 20, 2008, Fox Island - Feburary 2008 Agenda.pdf
March 19, 2008, Metea - March 2008 Agenda.pdf
April 16, 2008, Fox Island - No Meeting
May 21, 2008, Metea - May 2008 Agenda
June 18, 2008, Fox Island
July 16, 2008, Metea
August 20, 2008 Fox Island
September 17, 2008 Metea
October 15, 2008 Fox Island
November 19, 2008 Metea
December 17, 2008 Fox Island
