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David O’Hara Appointed Administrator for Fort York Rita Davies (Executive Director, Toronto Culture Division), Karen Black (Manager, Museums and Heritage Services), and Richard Shoichet (Chair of the Fort York Management Board) were pleased to announce the appointment of David O’Hara to the position of Museum Administrator, Fort York, effective January 4, 2005. David has worked for the past twelve years as a Parks and Recreation Planner with the City of Toronto. His special interest in heritage landscapes and conservation issues has drawn him over the past few years into a close involvement with various fort-related projects, including the Fort York & Garrison Common Parks & Open Space Design and Implementation Plan, development of Fort York Boulevard and long-term planning for Victoria Square. He has also played a large role in creating the Public Space Framework plan as part of ongoing efforts to enhance the Central Waterfront and most recently has been the project lead for the development of the Harbourfront Parks & Open Space System, including the new HTO Park at Maple Leaf Quay. He has a degree in Landscape Architecture and a Master of Science in Planning that complement his practical experience. He will be a great asset to Fort York, and is welcomed most warmly to his new position by the Friends of Fort York.
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