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County announces hire of new parks director, Ace Van Bielen, to start next week
Summary
The county announced it has hired Ace Van Bielen as the new parks director; he will start Monday and be introduced to the board next Wednesday, and officials praised his background in large-park management and community-focused approach.
County officials announced the hiring of Ace Van Bielen as the new parks director. County staff said Van Bielen officially starts Monday and will be introduced to the board next Wednesday.
The hiring discussion noted Van Bielen comes from out of state and has experience managing large park properties. A staff member described strong interest in the position, saying nearly 50 applicants applied and five were interviewed. Officials praised Van Bielen's community focus and said the selection committee was broadly supportive.
No formal board vote was recorded in the transcript; staff said the new director will begin orientation and meet county officials and department heads next week.
