The YMCA of Jamestown has a new Vice President of Operations following the retirement of their long-time Executive Director Mark Eckendorf. … [Read more...]
John Barber Named VP of Operations for Jamestown YMCA
John Barber has been named the Vice President of Operations for the Jamestown YMCA. Barber said he's taking over most of the responsibilities of former longtime Executive Director Mark Eckendorf, who retired after 44 years in June 2022. He said … [Read more...]
Jamestown YMCA Hoping Congressman Reed Can Help Find Funding for New Facility
Jamestown YMCA representatives recently met with Congressman Tom Reed to discuss possible federal funding opportunities for the Y's proposed $26 million dollar Community Center facility. The facility, which is proposed to be built on Harrison … [Read more...]
Eckendorf to Retire as YMCA of Jamestown Executive Director
JAMESTOWN - The YMCA of Jamestown is searching for a new executive director. The Post-Journal is reporting that the Y's long-time chief executive officer Mark Eckendorf has announced his retirement, which will take place on June 1. Eckendorf … [Read more...]
YMCA Dispels Rumor of Lakewood Branch’s Pending Closure
JAMESTOWN - Officials with the Jamestown Area YMCA say there are no plans to close the Lakewood branch of the organization. The statement comes after an online petition surfaced, stating the facility is slated for closure and seeking signatures to … [Read more...]
YMCA Holds Community Meeting to Address Termination of Eastside Y Manager
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown YMCA held a community meeting Thursday night at the Eastside Family YMCA. The meeting was reportedly conducted by YMCA executive director Mark Eckendorf and was held in response to the firing of former Eastside Y manager Max … [Read more...]
YMCA Removes Martin as Eastside Family YMCA Manager
JAMESTOWN - The head of the Eastside Family YMCA has been fired. The Jamestown Post-Journal is reporting Thursday that Max Martin was fired as manager of the Eastside Y, a position he’s held since 2011. The termination came after the Post-Journal … [Read more...]
