Parks and Leisure Director wins prestigious award

(Lewisville) Parks and Leisure Services Director Bob Monaghan was honored this week by the Southwest Parks and Recreation Training Institute with the James W. Kitchen Memorial Special Recognition Award.

The award recognizes members of SWPRTI who have made substantial lifetime contributions to the organization and to the parks and recreation profession.

The James W. Kitchen Special Recognition Award is SWPRTI’s most prestigious award and is presented no more than once per year. Winners of the award must have been members of SWPRTI for at least 15 years and have made significant contributions to SWPRTI through a combination of holding an office, serving on the board or committees, serving as a speaker or service in other capacities that directly contribute to the success of the organization.

Submitted by James Kunke, City of Lewisville.

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