The City of Wimberley has named Erica Flocke the new Director of Parks and Recreation. Flocke has been serving as interim Director and previously held the position of Parks Operations Manager for the department for more than three years.
“Erica has demonstrated strong leadership, professionalism and a clear commitment to the city and its parks system,” said Wimberley City Administrator Tim Patek. “Our parks are an important component of the quality of life in our city. Erica’s rapport with stakeholders throughout our community will be a real asset for our city as we continue to improve our parks facilities and services.”
Several significant activities are under way within the Wimberley Parks Department. The Nature Center, funded by a County Parks and Open Space bond, is in the design phase. In addition, requests for proposals have been issued for a feasibility study for a community pool and aquatics center and for an updated playground for Martha Knies Park. Flocke will be leading these efforts with her staff and community partners.
Flocke holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Sul Ross State University in Natural Resource Management with a concentration in Conservation Biology. She recently earned a Masters of Agriculture in Natural Resource Conservation. She is a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional via the National Parks and Recreation Association. Prior to joining Wimberley Parks, Flocke held parks positions in the City of Buda and the Woodlands. Flocke and her husband, Walter, settled in Wimberley several years ago with their young daughter, Windsor.
