I am pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Kendrick L. Vann as the new Henderson/Vance County Recreation and Parks Director. He will assume his duties on Thursday, 20 November.
Mr. Vann is a Henderson native and grew up using the Henderson/Vance Recreation and Parks’ programs. He currently serves as a Recreation Supervisor for Special Programs/Inclusion for the City of Durham Parks & Recreation Department. A copy of his resume is attached hereto for your information.
Approximately 36 resumes were received for the position and four individuals were chosen to be interviewed. The seven (7) person interview team consisted of representatives of the Parks and Recreation Commission and City and County administration.
I believe Mr. Vann can help lead the Recreation and Parks Department to the next higher level. He has a passion for working with youth and adult populations and has the capability to forge new partnerships to help foster recreation services delivery.
City Manager Ray Griffin