RAP's New Director

[TheCat]

RAP Announces New Executive Director

Jacksonville, Florida – March 9, 2016 Riverside Avondale Preservation (RAP) announces the selection of Adrienne Burke as its new Executive Director, replacing Carmen Godwin who held the position for the previous eight years. Godwin has taken a role as Program Manager for the Florida Association of Museums (FAM). Burke is currently Director of Community Development for the City of Fernandina Beach.

In her role with Fernandina Beach, Burke has led historic preservation actions including efforts to be awarded the notable Main Street designation by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, development of a master plan for the historic Bosque Bello Cemetery, and attainment of historic designation for Peck High School. Burke has an advanced degree in Historic Preservation and a law degree from the University of Florida.

RAP's mission is to enhance and preserve the architecture, history, culture and economic vibrancy of the Riverside Avondale historic neighborhood of Jacksonville. Key projects undertaken by the organization include Riverside Arts Market, the upcoming John Gorrie Dog Park, the Community Garden and city-wide favorites Spring Home Tour and Luminaria.
Keith Holt, Chair of the RAP Board, states that a national search was conducted to identify candidates. "A careful review of many able applicants was conducted; Burke's credentials and references made her an early leader in the process. After several discussions, Adrienne became the search committee's unanimous choice. RAP could not have identified a better candidate."

To learn more about Riverside Avondale Preservation, visit www.RiversideAvondale.org.

[TheCat]

Adrienne Burke's Linkedin Page

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-burke-9b557032

[CityLife]

This is a very strong hire in my opinion. Being able to bring in someone of her caliber is a testament to how great a neighborhood Riverside/Avondale is.

[Sentient]

More importantly, what are her views on pizza and beer?

[Jimmy]

More importantly, what are her views on pizza and beer?

Whatever her Board wants them to be.  Ahhh... the life of an Executive Director.

[Know Growth]

More importantly, what are her views on pizza and beer?

That's all we muster here???

Reportedly appreciates a fluffy,slightly burnt on bottom slice of Land Use & Zone with Planning Department topping,Overlay sprinkles,heavy repeat applicant attorney cheese, and a tall glass of Intelligent Local Citizens of Means And Standing LLC Not So Pale Ail.

[Non-RedNeck Westsider]

More importantly, what are her views on pizza and beer?

10 points for the win.

8 points.  You have to -2 for not mentioning sushi.

[Adam White]

More importantly, what are her views on pizza and beer?

10 points for the win.

8 points.  You have to -2 for not mentioning sushi.

Offset by a +2 bonus for not mentioning urinating on trees.

[mbwright]

Somebody like this should be the head of MCCD or HPC.  That would be a real change.

[Non-RedNeck Westsider]

More importantly, what are her views on pizza and beer?

10 points for the win.

8 points.  You have to -2 for not mentioning sushi.

Offset by a +2 bonus for not mentioning urinating on trees.

Agreed.

But I'll have to take a half-point away from you, Adam, for not mentioning, "Citrus" tree.

[Trebekian pause]

Citrus tree....

[Adam White]

More importantly, what are her views on pizza and beer?

10 points for the win.

8 points.  You have to -2 for not mentioning sushi.

Offset by a +2 bonus for not mentioning urinating on trees.

Agreed.

But I'll have to take a half-point away from you, Adam, for not mentioning, "Citrus" tree.

[Trebekian pause]

Citrus tree....

Lol.