Brett Kollars named Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Director

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Oct, 20:03 · Archive

Brett Kollars has been selected as Parks and Recreation Director for Sioux Falls, subject to approval by the City Council. Kollars currently serves as the department's assistant director and has held the interim director role since the previous director retired in April.

Sioux Falls Mayor Christine Erickson said Kollars had 'demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and a deep commitment to serving the residents of Sioux Falls throughout his time with the city'. She noted that since joining the city in 2022 and especially during his interim tenure, he had 'provided steady guidance for the Parks and Recreation team, while continuing to advance major initiatives and strengthen community partnerships'.

Kollars said he was 'honored and grateful for the opportunity to serve as Parks and Recreation director', adding that the department's 'parks, trails, recreational facilities, and public spaces play a vital role in the health, wellness, and quality of life of our community'.

How it is being reported

• Brett Kollars appointed Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation DirectorSioux Falls Mayor Christine Erickson has selected Brett Kollars to lead the city’s Parks and Recreation Department, subject to City Council approval.Dakotanewsnow · 13 Oct, 19:29
• Brett Kollars named as Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation DirectorSIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)-- Brett Kollars has been named as Sioux Falls' next Parks and Recreation Director. Kollars currently serves as the department’s assistant director. He has served as interim director since the department’s former director, Don Kearney, retired in April. According to a press release, Kollars appointment is subject to the advice and consent [...]Keloland · 13 Oct, 16:06

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