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By Ohio law, Five Rivers MetroParks is governed by a three-member volunteer Board of Park Commissioners who are appointed by the Probate Judge of Montgomery County. The Board establishes all policies and rules, approves developments and land acquisition, and controls all funds.

Each Commissioner serves without pay for a three-year term with one member’s term expiring each year. Commissioners can be reappointed for successive terms. Board meetings are held monthly and are open to the public.

Current Commissioners
   
President
Karen L. Davis

Ms. Davis is a health care professional, community volunteer and family advocate.

   
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Vice President
Irvin G. Bieser, Jr.

Mr. Bieser is an attorney, supporter of the arts and nature-lover.

   
   
Commissioner At Large
Alan F. Pippenger

Mr. Pippenger is a local businessman, supporter of open-space preservation and community leader.

   
  Executive Director
     
  Rebecca A. “Becky” Benná
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spacer The Board of Commissioners appoints an Executive Director to carry out MetroParks policies and manage operations. The Executive Director oversees a diverse workforce of more than 300 employees. These include specialists such as park rangers, educational interpreters, naturalists, planners, horticulturalists and maintenance staff.

In addition to Executive Director, Becky is also the Secretary of the Board.

   


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The Board of Park Commissioners meets on a monthly basis at different locations throughout the park system. Board meetings are open to the public.

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Deputy Director
Carrie Scarff
cscarff@metroparks.org

Director of Conservation
Dave Nolin
dave.nolin@metroparks.org

Director of Park Services
Karen Hesser
karen.hesser@metroparks.org

Director of Finance
Robert L. Johnson
robert.johnson@metroparks.org

Chief of Rangers
Mark Hess
mark.hess@metroparks.org 

Director of Human Resources
Debra Jackson
debra.jackson@metroparks.org

Director of Outdoor Connections
Greg Brumitt
greg.brumitt@metroparks.org

Interim Director of Marketing
and Public Relations

Carrie Scarff
cscarff@metroparks.org

Director of Cox Arboretum MetroPark
Rosie Melia
rosie.melia@metroparks.org

Director of Adventure Central
Nate Arnett
nate.arnett@metroparks.org

 
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