Park Superintendent Retires
By: Import User
Updated: January 7, 2009
Newton and Jasper County Commissioners
gathered today to honor Bill Jackson. After nine years of service to the George Washington Carver monument, Jackson is retiring from his position as
Park Superintendent. Jackson has worked in parks for a total of 33 years. Today, the long-time Superintendent was given a
Certificate of Appreciation for his dedication to the monument, and commissioners were not at a loss
for words when speaking about the
superintendent. Newton County Commissioner, Jerry Carter says, "He`s been active in church in his community in the development of this park & in tourism in Newton County, just an all around good." After receiving his certificate, Jackson gave leaders the presentation he`s been delivering
to park visitors for years, and commissioners say it`s that unique
delivery style they will miss. This park has escalated in popularity as well
as people visiting our area, because heis such a wonderful person, he adds so much personality to it, it`s going to be a real miss for us,not having him
here," says Jasper County Commissioner, Anna Ruth Crampton. The former
superintendent will be enjoying some
time off, but says he does plan to
stay in the area.
Reported By: Sheradee Scott
