Enterprise, Ala. (WDNews) – Mayor William E. Cooper has officially appointed Blake Moore as Enterprise’s new Director of Community Services and Recreation after administering the Oath of Office on Tuesday.
Moore was one of four candidates interviewed last week, and Mayor Cooper offered him the position on Friday.
“Blake is an asset to the City of Enterprise, and we are proud to offer him the position of Director of Community Services and Recreation,” said Mayor William E. Cooper. “He has demonstrated true leadership having served as Interim Director the past few months, and we look forward to seeing him thrive in this new role, working with our dedicated city employees.”
As Director of Community Services and Recreation, Moore will oversee Enterprise Parks and Recreation, the Enterprise Main Street program, Tourism and Community Relations, Special Projects, the Enterprise Civic Center, the Enterprise Farmers Market, and the Enterprise Civic Center.
“I am truly honored to serve the Enterprise community as the new Director of Community Services and Recreation,” said Moore. “I am proud to say I grew up in Enterprise and have fond memories of participating in Enterprise Parks and Recreation programs and athletics. I am excited to have the opportunity to lead in this role and to continue to grow and expand our offerings. From athletics, to Farmers Market events, Main Street activities, and tourism initiatives, I look forward to working with city staff to create memorable experiences for our citizens.”
Moore has served as Superintendent of Enterprise Parks and Recreation since November 2016, leading a team of more than 50 full- and part-time staff members while overseeing the operations and maintenance of parks and recreational facilities across the city.
Moore also has prior experience as Recreation Supervisor at Westgate Park in Dothan and as Family Life Center Director at First Methodist Church of Enterprise, Alabama.
Moore holds a B.S. in Fitness Management from the University of Alabama. He currently serves as Treasurer for the Alabama Recreation and Parks Association (ARPA) and was named the 2023 ARPA Professional of the Year.
