– County Manager Bill Beasley announced the appointment of Tabitha Biehl as Director of Polk County’s Parks and Natural Resources Division. Biehl was confirmed by the Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday, Oct. 7 and will begin serving in the role on Monday, Oct. 27.
As Parks and Natural Resources Director, Biehl oversees a budget of approximately $162 million, 182 employees and the Parks and Natural Resources Division’s daily operations.
“As I step into this new role, I’m reminded that our work is about legacy and ensuring that future generations have the same opportunities to connect with nature, learn from it and find peace within it,” said Biehl. “We will continue to build partnerships, advance innovation and strengthen community connections, all with the same care and conviction that have brought us this far.”…