Parks and Rec Director Kearney to Retire After 20 Years

Parks and Rec director Kearney to retire after 20 years

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Sioux Falls will be looking for a new Parks and Recreation Director. Don Kearney will retire Friday after nearly 21 years in the position, the city announced Tuesday morning. Kearney joined the city on July 18, 2005, and guided the department through nearly two decades of expansion, adding 17 parks [...]

City parks director to retire

April 14, 2026 The longtime leader of the Sioux Falls Parks & Recreation Department is retiring. Don Kearney will mark his last day with the city on April 17, nearly 21 years after taking on the role. During his tenure, the city has added 17 parks, bringing the total to 84, and delivered several major projects. “Don Kearney has played a central role in building a parks system that is recognized as one of the best in the country,” Mayor Paul TenH…