District of Oak Bay announces new Director of Parks, Recreation and Culture

Oak Bay Chief Administrative Officer Selina Williams announced today that Mr. Steve Meikle will be assuming the role of Director of Parks, Recreation and Culture effective May 25, 2022, following the retirement of Mr. Ray Herman. Mr. Meikle has served as the Manager of Recreation and Culture for the District of Oak Bay since February 2018.

“In his role as the Manager of Recreation and Culture Mr. Meikle has exhibited exceptional leadership and expertise,” said Ms. Williams. “Seeing Mr. Meikle’s adaptability and problem solving while leading his team through the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated what an asset he is to the District of Oak Bay. I am thrilled to continue working with Mr. Meikle in his new capacity as a Director.”

Mr. Meikle has over 29 years working in recreation and has been an instructor with the University of Victoria, School of Exercise Science, Physical & Health Education since 2001. Prior to joining the District of Oak Bay, Mr. Meikle held a number of management positions with the District of Saanich including the Facility Manager of Gordon Head Recreation Centre, the Facility Manager of G.R. Pearkes Recreation Centre and the Manager of Community Services.

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Hayley Goodgrove
Communications Specialist  
778-677-9589
hgoodgrove@oakbay.ca