Greg White and Kevin Alarcon
Recorded
February 3, 2023
Archived
February 3, 2023
35:23 minutes
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Id:
dda003159
Description
Gregory White (61) speaks to new acquaintance and conversation partner Kevin Alarcon (25) about working in Decatur, Georgia as the Director of Decatur Parks and Recreation and how he has seen the Decatur community change over the years.Subject Log / Time Code
Gregory (G) says he arrived to Decatur, Georgia by way of Durham, North Carolina where he grew up. G says he's always loved recreation and the community aspect that comes with it. He says he's been in Decatur for twenty-nine years.
G recalls an event called "Touch A Truck" and describes how the event has grown over time.
G talks about his favorite spot in Decatur.
G speaks about his role models growing up. He says his mother was a librarian and his father was a doctor.
G describes how he's seen Decatur change over the years. He says there were less African-Americans in the community after the 1996 olympics.
G talks about the history of Decatur and the African-American community at the bottom of Beacon Hill.
G says based off his experience he believes smaller government may be more effective. He talks about his work as the Direct of Decatur Parks and Recreation.
G shares one of his favorite memories in Decatur - when President Obama came to visit Decatur Recreation Center. G says it was a historical day for the city.
G shares what he is proud of when it comes to Decatur and the work the city government strives to do.
G talks about his children.
G expresses gratitude for his wife and for the people in Decatur who trust him with opportunities.
G shares what he think is in store for the future of Decatur.
Participants
- Greg White
- Kevin Alarcon