About Us

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness
555 Walnut, Suite 203 Abilene, Texas 79601
P.O. Box 60, Abilene, Texas 79604
Phone: 325-676-6206
Fax: 325-676-6229
E-mail: mayorscouncil.physicalfitness@abilenetx.com

Mission

The Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness was established in March 2008 by Mayor Norm Archibald. It was formed to help build a healthier community. The Mayor's Council assists in the development and support of ongoing physical fitness programs, annual fitness campaigns, and educational outreach that are designed to meet the fitness and wellness needs of the community.

Guidelines

Click here to read about our guidelines for providing support to fitness-oriented activities and educational outreach.

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness Members

Dr. Pug Deavenport Parris
Professor of Kinesiology and Department Chairperson, McMurry University
Chair 2009-2010

Dennis G. O’Connell, PT, Ph.D., CSCS, CEAS, FACSM
Hardin-Simmons University
Professor and Shelton-Lacewell Endowed Chair
Department of Physical Therapy
Director of Applied Physiology Laboratory
Vice-Chair 2009-2010
Marketing Subcommittee

Dr. Tanya Smith Brice
Abilene Christian University School of Social Work
ArtWalk for Fitness Committee

Mary L. Herron
Craig Middle School PE Teacher and Coach
Private PE program and Secondary PE/Health Coordinator for Abilene ISD
Mayor’s Round-Up 5K Run/Walk/Wheel Committee

Bill Horn
Former President, Abilene Runners Club
Certified Running Coach, Road Club of America
Marketing Subcommittee
Mayor’s Round-Up Run/Walk/Wheel Race Director
Creator “Random Acts of Fitness

Daniel L. Munton, MD
Texas Sport and Spine
Diplomate of the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Liz Rotenberry
Exercise Science & Health, Nutrition Department, Abilene Christian University
Chair 2008-2009

Deonna Shake
Exercise Science and Health Department, Abilene Christian University
Marketing Subcommittee
Family Focus

Karen Stover
Executive Director of Elementary Education, Abilene ISD

Joy Hedges
Training & Employee Development Manager, City of Abilene
ArtWalk for Fitness Committee