Make Your Voice Count!
Thank you for taking part in the mParks 2026-2028 Board of Directors election. Voting is one of the most important ways you can help shape your Association's future. Your vote helps ensure strong, representative leadership for Michigan’s parks and recreation community.
We extend our sincere thanks to the dedicated candidates who have stepped up to run. Their willingness to serve and contribute their time, talent, and leadership is a testament to their commitment to the profession and the mParks mission.
To learn more about each candidate before casting your vote, please review their submitted profiles and videos linked below.
Every vote matters. Thank you for helping guide the direction of mParks!
We extend our sincere thanks to the dedicated candidates who have stepped up to run. Their willingness to serve and contribute their time, talent, and leadership is a testament to their commitment to the profession and the mParks mission.
- Voting will close at 5:00 pm on June 15, 2026.
- The official announcement of election results will be on/or before July 8, 2026.
To learn more about each candidate before casting your vote, please review their submitted profiles and videos linked below.
Every vote matters. Thank you for helping guide the direction of mParks!
President-Elect
Term Length: Six-year leadership commitment (2 years as president-elect, 2 years as President, 2 years as Past President) beginning October 2026, ending September 2032
- Chair the Governance Committee and support Board development and nominations
- Lead Board meetings in the absence of the President
- Oversee the selection process for the Annual Conference & Trade Show Chair
- Support strategic initiatives and ensure leadership continuity
- Serve on the Executive Committee and collaborate closely with the President
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Marcella Post, CPRP, CPM, AFO
Director Midland Parks & Recreation LaReina Wheeler, MHA, CPRP, AFO
Director Ferndale Parks & Recreation |
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Board Member at Large
Term Length: Two-year staggered term beginning October 2026, ending September 2028
- Serve on two mParks committees as assigned by the President
- Contribute to Board discussions, decisions, and strategic planning
- Representing member perspectives and supporting organizational priorities
- Actively participate in meetings and committee initiatives
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Tami Letcavage, CPRP
Director Clinton Township Recreation Brad McNab, CPRP, CPSI
Parks and Recreation Foreman Birmingham Parks & Recreation Marissa Russo
Marketing & Communications Manager Sterling Heights Parks & Recreation |
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- Voting will close at 5:00 pm on June 15, 2026.
- The official announcement of election results will be on/or before July 8, 2026.
Questions and Additional Information
If you have any questions or need any additional information, please e-mail [email protected].