Jersey City Mayor James Solomon announced he’s appointing Peter Vincent as the director of the Department of Recreation and Youth Development.
Vincent, a born and raised Jersey City resident and athletics administrator with more than two decades of experience in youth development and collegiate athletics, will report to Deputy Mayor of Education Dia Bryant.
“Peter Vincent is exactly the kind of person this role was made for. He grew up here, he’s spent his entire career investing in young people, and he knows firsthand the difference that access to opportunity can make,” Solomon said in a statement.
“I’m confident he’ll bring the same energy and dedication to our youth programs that he’s brought to every team and program he’s ever led. I’m grateful he’s coming home.”…