The Fairfax County Park Authority Board held its election of officers at its meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 11. The board unanimously elected Dranesville District Representative Timothy B. Hackman as chair; Hunter Mill District Representative William G. Bouie as vice chair; Franconia District Representative Dr. Cynthia Jacobs Carter as secretary; and At-Large Representative Dr. Abena Aidoo Hewton as treasurer.

"I’m honored by the confidence my fellow Board members have placed in me," Chairman Hackman said. "Our parks and programs are essential to the health and vitality of our community. I look forward to working with my colleagues, staff and residents to build on our momentum and continue providing outstanding experiences for everyone we serve."

Board officer positions are outlined in the Bylaws Governing the Fairfax County Park Authority Board and include chairman, vice chairman, secretary and treasurer. Officers are elected annually by the members of the Park Authority Board at the beginning of the calendar year.

Members of the Fairfax County Park Authority Board are appointed by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. The 12-member board includes one representative from each of the county’s nine magisterial districts and three at-large members. This public body is responsible for setting policy and establishing priorities for the Park Authority. For more information, visit the Park Authority Board website.