The city of Brookhaven has appoint nine residents to be the advisory committee for the city’s Parks and Recreation Department. Brookhaven residents Anne Olmstead, Heather Chasman, Andy Heetderks, Sue Binkert, Karen Whitehead, Charles Gerrick, Denise Johnson, Shawn Keefe and Mike Allers were all appointed to serve on the committee.

The committee will report to the city council once each quarter of the year.

“I am very pleased to appoint these talented residents to this important committee,” said Mayor J. Max Davis. “And I’m very thankful for their willingness to serve our city.”

Serving two year staggered terms, the volunteer members will interface with the Parks and Recreation staff, helping to set priorities and provide feedback and vision.