Leadership Team

The Senior Leadership Team oversees the Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities (RPCA), which provides programs, services, and spaces that promote active living, community engagement, and cultural enrichment. The team ensures strategic direction, operational excellence, and equitable access for all residents.
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Senior Leadership Team

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Hashim T. Taylor

Hashim T. Taylor, an Alexandria native, serves as Director of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities (RPCA). A seasoned parks and recreation leader, he has overseen large park systems, led major capital projects, expanded community access, and secured millions in funding throughout his career.

Tamika Coleman Acting Deputy Director of Rec Services

Tamika Coleman

Tamika Coleman is the Acting Deputy Director of Recreation Services at RPCA, overseeing rec centers, aquatics, youth, senior, and community programs.

Deputy Director of Park Services

Position to Be Filled

The Deputy Director of Parks Services provides strategic leadership across five divisions, overseeing Alexandria’s parks, natural resources, landscapes, athletic facilities, and capital projects while helping shape the future of the City’s park system.

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Diane Ruggiero

Diane Ruggiero is the Deputy Director of Cultural Activities-Office of the Arts, with extensive experience in both municipal and nonprofit arts. She has driven innovative Alexandria programs like the Mobile Art Lab and Site See public art series, fostering community engagement through art.

Division Chief of Administrative Services

Position to Be Filled

The Division Chief of Administrative Services for RPCA leads essential administrative operations, ensuring efficient program delivery, effective staff support, sound budget management, and compliance with city standards, strengthening RPCA’s mission to serve the community.

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Barbara Farrington

Barbara Farrington is the HR Manager for RPCA with 30+ years of experience in public and private sectors. She excels in operational oversight, finance, strategic planning, and leadership development, building strong community partnerships. She holds SHRM-SCP and Certified Public Manager credentials.

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Catrice Callands

Catrice K. Callands is the Public Information Officer and Marketing Manager of RPCA. She brings 15+ years of creative, strategic expertise and has led marketing and communications efforts that drive brand growth and client engagement in the DC Metro Area.

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Tiffany Marbury

Tiffany Marbury, Executive Assistant at RPCA, brings 10+ years of experience in government administration. Since 2014, she has supported agency leadership, optimized operations, and helped deliver high-impact programs that enhance community life across Alexandria.

Recreation Services Leadership Team

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Tamika Coleman

Acting Deputy Director of Recreation Services

Recreation Centers, Aquatics, Youth, Senior, and Community Programs

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Randy Little

Division Chief of Recreation Services

Community Outreach, Youth Activities, Out of School Time, and Recreation Centers (Charles Houston, Chick Armstrong, Mount Vernon, Patrick Henry & William Ramsay)

Division Chief of Recreation Services

Position to Be Filled

Aquatics Facilities (Chinquapin & Minnie Howard) and Pools (Memorial, Old Town & Warwick)

RPCA Calvin Simpson Acting Division Chief

Calvin Simpson

Acting Division Chief of Recreation Services

Classes, Camps, Sports, Seniors, Therapeutic Recreation, and Recreation Centers (Nannie J. Lee, Nature Center & Oswald Durant)

Park Services Leadership Team

Deputy Director of Park Services

Position to Be Filled

Image of Bethany Znidersic Division Chief of Park Services Park Planning and Capital Development

Bethany Znidersic

Division Chief of Park Services, Park Planning & Capital Development 

Image of Oscar Mendoza Division Chief of Park Services Natural Resources and Urban Forestry

Oscar Mendoza

Division Chief of Park Services, Natural Resources & Urban Forestry 

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Tonja Walls

Division Chief of Park Services & Park Administration

Cultural Activities Leadership Team

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Diane Ruggerio

Deputy Director of Cultural Activities

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