La'Kisha Girder

Manager-parks Planning at Dallas Park and Recreation

La'Kisha Girder is a seasoned urban planning professional with a diverse background in park management, project facilitation, and community development. Currently serving as Manager of Parks Planning at Dallas Park and Recreation since October 2023, La'Kisha oversees parkland dedication funds and urban planning initiatives. Previous experience includes roles as Senior Consultant and Scientist at ERM, Development Project Facilitator for the City of Fort Worth, Senior Planner for the City of Dallas, Assistant City Planner in Hammond, and a Deputy Director of Planning for the City of Gary, where La'Kisha managed significant transportation projects. Educational credentials encompass a Master’s Degree in Community Planning from the University of Cincinnati and a Bachelor's Degree in History and Political Science from Indiana University Northwest.

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Dallas, United States

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Dallas Park and Recreation

The Dallas Park and Recreation department is one of the largest municipal park systems in the country and manages a multitude of diverse facilities and recreational programs. Visit DallasParks.org to find more details about our organization.


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