(Atlantic, Iowa) – The City Council in Atlantic met the City’s new Director of Parks and Recreation. Mayor Grace Garrett introduced Wyatt Adderton, who’s from Savannah, GA.  He said he has been in town since February 7th. Adderton thanked the committee who selected him as the new Parks Director.

He said they were diligent in their task and he’s excited to get started and work with City officials to work on accomplishing the goals they seek to attain. Wyatt says he worked for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for nearly eight-years at a park and worked his way up from a part-time maintenance Ranger to Assistant Park Manager. He added that he was involved with $5-million worth of reinvestment in the park infrastructure, including a new Visitor’s Center, several playgrounds, campground renovations and upgrades.

Wyatt Adderton (2/15/23) Ric Hanson photo

He said he’s excited to bring that experience to the position here in Atlantic. Adderton was one of two finalists for the job. While he’s living in a condominium currently, his plan is to build a home in the community. His spouse is a pilot who will be based in southwest Iowa.

Adderton was one of two finalists for the position. He succeeds Bryant Rasmussen, who served as Parks and Rec Director for three-years. Wyatt will be introduced to the Parks Board during their meeting at 5:15-p.m. Monday, Feb. 20th, in the Council’s Chambers at City Hall.