Preserving and Innovating the Michigan State Park and Recreation system in tough times. September 4, 2009

A discussion with Ron Olson. Ron is Park and Recreation Chief for Michigan's Department of Natural Resources.

Ron Olson became chief of the Parks and Recreation Division for the State of Michigan Department of Natural Resources in January 2005. He is responsible for operations, budgeting, planning and strategic management of the division that includes harbors, state parks, recreation areas, trails and boating access sites.

Many remember for 20 years as associate city administrator and superintendent of the Ann Arbor parks and recreation department, as well as filling in as interim city administrator on two occasions.