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A native of Danville, Illinois, and a December 1975 graduate of Illinois State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Parks & Recreation Administration, John has worked in the field of parks and recreation since February 1976.
Prior to working for the Lan-Oak Park District he has worked for the Park Districts of Chicago Ridge, Grayslake, and LaGrange as Executive Director of Parks & Recreation.
Current job duties at the Lan-Oak Park District include the day-to-day administration and operation of the entire park district. This includes personnel supervision, budgeting, park planning & developing, and grant writing just to mention a few areas of responsibility.
John also serves as the Board Secretary to the Park Board and represents the Park District at various meeting in the Village, south suburban area, as well as the State of Illinois.
He is a member of the Lansing Kiwanis Club, South Suburban Parks & Recreation Association, National Recreation & Park Association, and the Illinois Park & Recreation Association. |