Recreation Advisory Board

Judy Budi, President and CEO,  Graceworks Lutheran Services 

Judy is licensed as a Nursing Home Administrator in Ohio. Judy currently serves on the Boards of Directors for BGSU, Vice-Chair of the Dayton Chamber of Commerce, Link-age, and the Ohio Again Services Network. She is also a member of the Advocacy Committee for LeadingAge Ohio, where she previously served as Board Chair, and the Washington Township RecPlex Advisory Board. For the past 20 years she has supported Centerville Schools as a member of the Personnel Appeals Board. Judy is a member of the Dayton Rotary Club and a former trustee for the Centerville-Washington Foundation. 

Tammy Drerup, Director of Student Services, Centerville City Schools

Tammy's career in education began in the private preschool sector, laying the foundation for her passion for early childhood development. Beyond her work in education, Tammy serves on the Washington Township RecPlex Advisory Board, an experience that has provided valuable insights into community engagement and youth development. Her dedication to student success and community collaboration continues to guide her leadership at Centerville City Schools. 

Liz Fultz, Director, Washington-Centerville Public Library

Liz is a native of the Chicago area who attended Morehead State University and the University of Kentucky. She began her career at the Washington-Centerville Library in 1996 as a Reference Librarian and held several positions at the library before becoming the Director in 2019. She raised her two children in Washington Township and still lives here with her husband, Mark, who is a math teacher at Miami Valley Career Technology Center. 

Maha Kashani, Senior Regional Sales Manager, IGS Energy

A long-time Washington Township resident, Maha has a deep-rooted connection to the RecPlex. In addition to serving on the Washington Township RecPlex Advisory Board, she is Chairwoman of the Board of Directors for the Better Business Bureau of Dayton and serves on the boards of Solvita, DayAir Credit Union, and the Dayton Children's Hospital Women's Board. She lives in Washington Township with her husband, Matthew, and two daughters, Lana and Lara.

Carol Kennard, Former Director, Centerville-Washington Park District

Carol retired from the Centerville-Washington Park District in 2014 after 33 years, the last 15 as Director. Carol then served as a part-time executive director for the Clark County Park District for eight years. Along with the RecPlex Advisory Board, Carol serves on the Boards of the Centerville-Washington Diversity Council and the Centerville-Washington Foundation, and has been a member of the Centerville Rotary Club since 2001. Carol and her husband, John, live in Washington Township and have three adult children and five wonderful grandchildren.

Young Kim, Broker/Owner, Young Kim Realty

Young is currently serving her second term on the RecPlex Advisory Board. A Washington Township resident for 38 years, Young enjoys being active indoors and outdoors -- especially walking the trails at Forest Park and Sugarcreek Reserve. In addition to her work on the board, Young serves as a Director at Ohio Realtors and is active on several committees with both the Dayton and Ohio Realtor associations. She is the proud mother of two Centerville High School graduates, Judy and John, and grandmother to three grandchildren. Young has also been a member of the Incarnation Church Choir since 1983. 

Brady Kress, President and CEO, Dayton History

Brady is President and CEO of Dayton History, including Carillon Historical Park and the Wright Brothers National Museum. A graduate of Wright State University, he serves on the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation's President's Council, the Winsupply Inc. Board of Directors, and the Washington Township RecPlex Advisory Board. Brady is a fifth generation Daytonian, a husband, father, and Eagle Scout. 

Kristen Marks, Executive Director, Centerville-Washington Park District

Kristen has been part of the parks and recreation profession for over 23 years and proudly serves as Executive Director of the Centerville-Washington Park District. She also serves on the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission's Institute Steering Committee for Livable and Equitable Communities and previously served on the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association Board of Directors from 2016-2022. Outside of work, Kristen is a member of the Centerville Noon Optimist Club and enjoys finding time for outdoor adventures with her family.

Jennifer McLaughlin, Centerville City Council

Jennifer was elected to Centerville City Council in November 2023. In addition to Council, she serves on the RecPlex Advisory Board, Centerville-Washington History committee, and is a liaison to Centerville City Schools. She is a graduate of the University of Dayton with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Secondary Education and played on the women's basketball team. She is the Director of Quality & Business Systems at Sunstar Engineering Americas located in Springboro, Ohio. Jennifer grew up in Centerville and has been a resident of Centerville-Washington Township for almost 30 years. Jennifer and her husband, RC, have five children and one grandchild.

David Seyer, President, A Special Wish Foundation of Southwest Ohio

David Seyer is an 8-year Washington Township resident and currently serves as President of A Special Wish Foundation of Southwest Ohio. A University of Dayton graduate, he is passionate about supporting children and child health-related issues. He also serves as President of the Association of Wish Granting Organizations, Vice President of A Special Wish's Board of Governors, and is a member of the Centerville Noon Optimist Club and the Washington Township RecPlex Advisory Board. In his free time, he enjoys cheering on the Dayton Flyers and spending time with his husband, Keith, and their two corgis, Pip and Bebe.

Jon Wesney, Superintendent, Centerville City Schools

Jon Wesney, Superintendent of Centerville City Schools, has more than 30 years of public education experience and has spent most of his career serving our community's students, staff, and families. He serves on the Americana Festival Committee, the Washington Township RecPlex Advisory Board, the Sinclair Community College Advisory Board, and the Southwest Ohio Education Purchasing Council Executive Board. He is also Chairman of the Board of Directors for the South Metro Regional Chamber of Commerce and is a proud member of the Centerville Noon Optimists. Jon and his wife, Michelle, reside in Washington Township and are the proud parents of two Centerville High School graduates.