Executive Director of Benton Parks and Recreation John Eckart has served the City for almost 5 years, but even as the brand new Riverside Park opened a month ago, he has accepted a position as Executive Director of Little Rock Parks and Recreation.
According to Benton Mayor David Mattingly, Eckart received an offer with an excellent package.
“Sometimes opportunity comes along that you can’t turn down and I would never stand in the way of that,” stated Mattingly.
Eckart will remain with the City of Benton until the end of May, according Mattingly.