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Jason McKinney
Deputy Administrator of Youth and Family Development at City of Chattanooga
Jason McKinney served as the Deputy Administrator of Youth and Family Development for the City of Chattanooga from February 2014.1 In this role, he was responsible for overseeing the city's Youth and Family Development centers and presenting plans to the city council.2 McKinney was involved in fundraising and grant development, raising over $2 million annually.1 He also played a key role in the reopening of Chattanooga's 18 Youth and Family Development centers in June 2021, following closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic.2 Additionally, McKinney held the position of Executive Director, as noted in a 2019 document related to youth programs in Chattanooga.3
Responsibilities and Achievements
- Oversaw Youth and Family Development centers
- Presented plans to the city council
- Managed fundraising and grant development
- Involved in reopening recreation centers post-pandemic
- Contributed to youth programs and initiatives in Chattanooga
McKinney's work focused on improving services and facilities for youth and families in Chattanooga, including the development of new amenities like dance studios for after-school programs.4
