Fort Bend County
Darren McCarthy serves as the Parks and Recreation Director for Fort Bend County since January 2021, overseeing a substantial $191 million in voter-approved parks bond projects and managing maintenance and operations for the Parks Department and Fairgrounds. Previously, Darren held similar roles as Parks and Recreation Director in the City of Rosenberg from October 2007 to January 2021, where responsibilities included strategic planning, park maintenance for 430 acres, and community program implementation. Prior experience includes directing parks operations for the Town of Pelham from March 2004 to March 2007, managing a 375-acre park system, and overseeing a large volunteer and seasonal staff. Darren's career began at The BALSAMS Grand Resort Hotel from September 2000 to March 2004, focusing on guest experiences and staff training. Educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management from Lyndon State College.
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Fort Bend County
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Located just southwest of the City of Houston, Fort Bend has a long history which began when a small log fort was built on the banks of the Brazos River to help protect the settlers moving onto Stephen F. Austin's original Mexican land grants. In fact, the county draws its name from that small fort built in the early 1800s and the small settlement around it, that in 1837 became the county seat of Richmond, Texas. Today, Fort Bend is one of the fastest growing counties in Texas and the United States with a current population exceeding 600,000.