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Wed, January 8, 2025
[ 01:00 AM ] - dailymemphian
Memphis Parks Director leaving the city

Memphis Parks Director leaving the city


Published on 2025-01-08 01:00:49 - dailymemphian
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  • Memphis Parks Director Nick Walker is leaving his post at the end of this month to become the parks director for Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Walker leaves for Charlotte after six years heading the division.

Nick Walker, who has served as the director of Memphis Parks for the past five years, is leaving his position to take on a new role as the director of parks and recreation in Austin, Texas. During his tenure in Memphis, Walker was instrumental in the development of the city's first comprehensive parks master plan, which aimed to enhance the quality and accessibility of parks across the city. His departure comes at a time when Memphis is focusing on improving its park system, with significant investments planned for the future. Walker's move to Austin, a city known for its extensive park system, represents a significant career advancement, and he expressed gratitude for his time in Memphis, highlighting the collaborative efforts that led to substantial improvements in the city's recreational facilities.

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