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Recognition of Charles Cancellare for 25 years of dedicated service to the City of Farmers Branch
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We are here today to celebrate 25 years of dedicated service to the City of Farmers Branch from Charles Cancellare. Although Charles' most recent stint with the City spans 25 years, Charles began his career working for the City of Farmers Branch as the Irrigation and Facilities Foreman in January, 1982. A few years later he was promoted to the Athletics, Aquatics, and After School Program Supervisor. During this time, Charles left his mark on the Recreation side of the department when he wrote and implemented the Athletic Use Policy, doubled the attendance in the After School Program, introduced the Red Cross Learn to Swim Program, and started a summer swim team that competed in the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation League.
Looking to expand his horizons, Charles left briefly to take a position as the head of the Grounds Maintenance Department for the Carrollton Farmers Branch Independent School District. Despite many successes in this role, Charles' heart always remained working for the City.
On August 1, 1994, Charles came back to the City of Farmers Branch as the Parks Superintendent where he remains to this day. Charles has worked tirelessly to form our parks and playgrounds into the award-winning sites you see today. His passion for what he does is evident everywhere you go and is part of what helped us earn the nickname, "City in a Park". Some of Charles' most notable accomplishments include:
o The building of Oran Good Field #2 by leveraging talents of in-house staff;
o Leveling and irrigating three soccer fields at Dallas Christian College;
o Overseeing the design and construction of the restroom and concession stand at Don Showman Park, Jaycee Park and Bill Cox Park;
o Working on the committee that designed and assisted in the construction of the Community Garden and Labyrinth;
o Assisting in the development of the Trail ...
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