As reported in the Springfield News-Leader, fellow parks and recreation professional Dan Kinney received a national award at the National Recreation and Park Association's annual 2008 conference in Baltimore, MD.
Former Springfield-Greene County, Missouri Park Department Director Dan Kinney has been recognized by the National Recreation and Park Association for his contributions to parks and recreation.
Kinney received the 2008 National R.O.S.E. Award during the association’s convention in Baltimore. As a R.O.S.E winner (Recognition Of Significant Efforts) Kinney was recognized for his efforts in “going the extra mile” to advance parks and recreation during his tenure, according to a news release.
A panel of parks and recreation professionals reviews and judges all application materials. Judges are chosen for their considerable experiences and knowledge in parks and recreation on both local and national levels.
Kinney retired in January 2006 after serving 35 years with the department. He became director in 1977. During his tenure, the parks system grew from 33 parks and recreation facilities in 1971 to 88 in 2005, with more than 75 miles of linear park trails.
Columbians know Dan Kinney primarily for his work as the state director of the Missouri Amateur Softball Association. He has since passed this on to Joey Rich.
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