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Boise Parks and Recreation Director Doug Holloway and Boise Fire Chief Mark Niemeyer announced their retirements this fall after decades of service. Holloway has shaped the city’s park system over 20 years, while Niemeyer has led the fire department for five years, both leaving lasting legacies in public safety and community engagement.
Doug Holloway, the Director of Boise Parks and Recreation, will retire on October 31, 2025, concluding a 20-year tenure that transformed the city’s park system and recreation programs. He was instrumental in projects such as the Boise Whitewater Park and the expansion of parks along the Boise River Greenbelt. Under his leadership, the city added about 25 park sites and protected over 2,200 acres of open space, significantly increasing access to recreational opportunities. Mayor Lauren McLean highlighted Holloway's lasting influence on the community. Boise Fire Chief Mark Niemeyer also announced his retirement, effective November 30, 2025, after more than 30 years in fire services, including five years as chief. Niemeyer has advanced firefighter health and safety and strengthened community partnerships. His leadership has fostered a culture of preparedness and response in the Boise area. Both retirements mark the end of an era in Boise public service, leaving a legacy of commitment to community well-being.