The Kenton County Parks & Recreation Department earned multiple honors at this year’s Kentucky Recreation and Park Society’s annual state conference and trade show, held at General Butler State Resort Park in Carroll County.
The department is responsible for managing seven parks, equal to about 725 acres of green space.
The department’s maintenance team was honored with the Outstanding Maintenance Team Class 2 Award for “exceptional contributions by a department’s maintenance team in enhancing its park system and improving quality of life within the community,” according to a press release from the county.
The second award went to Kenton County Recreation Program Coordinator Rhona Ritzi, who earned the Professional of the Year Award, which honors long-time professionals in the field. Ritzi has over 37 years of recreation experience.
“As a Certified Park and Recreation Professional, [Ritzi] develops programs and events that engage all ages while coordinating with libraries, community organizations and local partners to ensure opportunities remain accessible and impactful,” according to the county.