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CITY OF HOUSTON - CITY COUNCIL
Meeting Date: 8/31/2021

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MYR - Appointment K. Allen Parks Director

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Summary:

REQUEST from Mayor for confirmation of the appointment of KENNETH ALLEN as Director of the PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT for the City of Houston

Background:
August 11, 2021

The Honorable City Council
900 Bagby, City Hall Annex
Houston, TX 77002


Dear Council Members,

Pursuant to section 32-3 of the Code of Ordinances, I am pleased to appoint Kenneth Allen as the Director of the Parks and Recreation Department for the City of Houston. His resume is attached.

Mr. Allen has over 36 years of experience in the industry, over 28 years with the City’s Parks and Recreation Department, and has led the department in an interim capacity since December 2020.

I have complete confidence in Mr. Allen and look forward to his appointment on August 25th, 2021.


Sincerely,



Sylvester Turner
Mayor, City of Houston
Contact Information:

Luci Correa

832.395.7057

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