Business news: New Valpo Parks director and Gary schools security director

New Parks Director named in Valparaiso Tristan Leonhard has been named Parks Director for Valparaiso by Mayor Jon Costas, according to a release. Leonhard, who joined the department in 2023, most recently served as Acting Director and previously as Assistant Director for the parks. Since joining Valpo Parks, Leonhard has played a key role in advancing major initiatives, including the $10 million Parks RePLAY initiative and the development of Valpo REC, which is transforming the 16-acre former McGill factory site into a multi-generational recreation and enrichment center near downtown, the rele

New Parks Director named in Valparaiso Tristan Leonhard has been named Parks Director for Valparaiso by Mayor Jon Costas, according to a release. Leonhard, who joined the department in 2023, most recently served as Acting Director and previously as Assistant Director for the parks. Since joining Valpo Parks, Leonhard has played a key role in advancing major initiatives, including the $10 million Parks RePLAY initiative and the development of Valpo REC, which is transforming the 16-acre former McGill factory site into a multi-generational recreation and enrichment center near downtown, the rele