Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) Vice-Chairperson Rick Sloan and California Association of Recreation and Park Districts (CARPD) Board of Directors swear into office. Photo courtesy of CRPD
RANCHO CORDOVA, CA (MPG) – This year marked a significant milestone for the Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) at the annual California Association of Recreation and Park Districts (CARPD) Conference held in May.
Cordova Recreation & Park District Chairperson Brian Danzl was elected as California Association of Recreation and Park Districts president, Vice-Chairperson Rick Sloan was re-elected to the California Association of Recreation and Park Districts’ Board of Directors, and our General Manager Patrick Larkin was presented with the distinguished General Manager of the Year Award.
Danzl, a longtime Cordova Recreation & Park District resident and a well-known community figure, has been a dedicated volunteer with several local organizations. First elected to Cordova Recreation & Park District’s Board of Directors in 2010, Danzl has been consistently re-elected by the community. His election as CARPD President underscores his unwavering commitment to parks and recreation services throughout the Sacramento region.
Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) Chairperson Brian Danzl. Photo courtesy of CRPD
“Brian Danzl has been an excellent advocate for parks and recreation services throughout the Sacramento region,” expressed Larkin. “He continues to represent the voice of the community as we grow.”
Danzl is an active member of California Association of Recreation and Park Districts, an organization dedicated to improving the quality of recreation and park districts throughout California. As California Association of Recreation and Park Districts President, Danzl will serve on the governing body responsible for all policy decisions related to support, education, member services and legislative advocacy for recreation and park districts in California. Danzl and Sloan will now help shape the future of recreation and park districts across California.
Also committed to parks and recreation, Larkin has played a crucial role in propelling Cordova Recreation & Park District’s mission forward and exemplifying unparalleled service to our community.
“Our general manager epitomizes leadership, igniting a path of positivity and progress for both our team and community,” shared Director of Parks & Recreation Jill Nunes. “His steadfast dedication serves as a constant reminder of the heights we can achieve together, with a spirit of determination guiding every step.”
Cordova Recreation & Park District Chairperson Brian Danzl and General Manager Patrick Larkin pose at the California Association of Recreation and Park Districts’ annual Conference. Photo courtesy of Cordova Recreation & Park District
Larkin has been instrumental in spearheading the transition to by-district elections, completing the Total Compensation Study, increasing Cordova Recreation & Park District’s bond rating, managing the Optimized Plan development and submitting Cordova Recreation & Park District’s Municipal Services Review to the Sacramento Local Agency Formation Commission where it was unanimously approved and is now used as a template for other agencies. While Larkin’s tangible accomplishments are impressive, the more intangible victories that he has secured for Cordova Recreation & Park District are equally as important such as improving Cordova Recreation & Park District’s image, creating a community-focused mindset within Cordova Recreation & Park District and cultivating a remarkable work culture that motivates and empowers staff.
Cordova Recreation & Park District is honored to have their dedicated and passionate leaders recognized by California Association of Recreation and Park Districts. To learn more about Cordova Recreation & Park District, visit cordovarpd.gov.