RENEE MYERS NAMED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF FOREST PARK CONSERVANCY: LEADING A VALUED PORTLAND PARKS & RECREATION PARTNER
Posted: April 18th, 2012 12:35 PM
(Portland, OR) ---
The Board of Directors of Forest Park Conservancy (FPC) has unanimously approved the appointment of Renee Myers as the organization's Executive Director. FPC, a prized partner of Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R), focuses on stewardship, advocacy and program development for one of PP&R's crown jewels, 5,000-acre Forest Park.
Previously, Myers was Executive Director of the Watershed Restoration Coalition of the Upper Clark Fork in Montana, where she led a coalition of key partners and stakeholders in one of the largest landscape restoration management projects in the country. Her background includes extensive experience as a hydrologist/soil scientist, working on large scale forest, stream and river conservation and restoration initiatives. She holds a degree in Resource Conservation from the University of Montana and has worked in the environmental conservation field for 12 years.
"Renee is a wonderful fit for the Conservancy's stewardship efforts and the continued partnership between FPC and Portland Parks & Recreation," said Mike Abbaté, Director of Portland Parks & Recreation. "Her passion, technical and professional experience are tremendous assets, and will serve well as we work together to improve and protect the health of Forest Park."
At the Conservancy, Myers will be fully engaged planning and managing the organization's stewardship work, which includes forging critical strategic alliances with a diverse array of stakeholders throughout the region. Working together with Portland Parks & Recreation, the Conservancy plays a critical role in Forest Park trail maintenance and key restoration and preservation efforts.
"Forest Park is not only part of an important wildlife corridor and watershed, but is a regional recreational destination. I am proud to join the Conservancy's advocacy and outreach efforts so that the park may be enjoyed by generations to come," said Myers.
About Forest Park Conservancy and Forest Park
The Forest Park Conservancy is the leading nonprofit organization working in partnership with Portland Parks & Recreation to help protect and preserve Forest Park, one of the largest forested urban parks in the nation. FPC's professional restoration and trail maintenance staff work with thousands of volunteers each year to make a significant positive impact on the health and well-being of the Park. The Conservancy's focus includes habitat restoration, trail and trailhead projects, public education and outreach. To donate, get involved or become a member of Forest Park Conservancy, call (503) 223-5449 or visit www.forestparkconservancy.org.
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