PRB Staff
| Director of Parks, Recreation, & Beaches |
Mary Rapoza
Ph: (508) 961-3015
E: mary.rapoza@newbedford-ma.gov
181 Hillman St., Bldg. #3, New Bedford, MA 02740
• What is your favorite season and why? Whichever season we are in. I find something to enjoy in every season.
• What is your main hobby outside of work? I love to be outdoors walking, swimming or playing in my garden.
• If you could only eat one type of food for the rest of your life, what would it be? Portuguese of course!
• Do you have any pets? OR What is the most unusual pet you've had? I love my dogs and the turtle that I have had for 36 years.
• What color best describes your personality? Turquoise blue, the color of the sea.
• What is your favorite part about working at the PRB? Contributing to the wellbeing of our city, its residents and its natural environment.
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| Assistant Project Manager |
Valovia Costa
Ph: (508) 961-3015
E: valovia.costa@newbedford-ma.gov
181 Hillman St., Bldg. #3, New Bedford, MA 02740
• What is your favorite season and why?
Summer because its hot
• What is your main hobby outside of work?
Soccer
• What's a book/movie that you'd recommend?
Movie-The Prestige. Book: The Secrete to a happy life: Mind your business (I've never read it tho)
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| Out of School Time & Event Coordinator |
Isidro (TJ) Thomas
Ph: (508) 961-3015
E: isidro.thomas@newbedford-ma.gov
181 Hillman Street Bldg. #3 New Bedford, MA 02740
• What is your favorite season and why-Spring, I love watching the world come back to life from winter. Traditionally, Spring is the Wampanoag New Year.
• What is your main hobby outside of work? Does parenting count as a hobby? Always depends on the season, but I like to spend time outside most of the year. Winter is when I hibernate.
• What's a book/movie that you'd recommend? The Secret
• If you could only eat one type of food for the rest of your life, what would it be? Mexican!!
• Do you have any pets? OR What is the most unusual pet you've had? I have 1 cat (RJ/runty jr.) and 1 dog (Zadie)
• What color best describes your personality? Dark Green
• What is your favorite part about working at the PRB? Having an impact on our community and the future of the residents.
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| Recreation & Parks Manager |
Mike Neves
Ph: (508) 961-3015
E: miguel.neves@newbedford-ma.gov
181 Hillman St., Bldg. #8, New Bedford, MA 02740
•What is your favorite season and why?
-I like any season as long as it's 50+ degrees and sunny. I like to be outside enjoying life, not shoveling snow.
•What is your main hobby outside of work?
-Watching my children participating in sports/activities and spending time with my wild family and friends.
•What is your favorite part about working at the PRB?
-I love giving back to the city where I was Born and raised by creating programs that truly make a difference! Being able to build affordable, equitable and accessible programs for the families who need it most.
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| Administrative Assistant |
Rowan Rountree-Hanscom
Ph: (508) 961-3015
E: rowan.rountreehanscom@newbedford-ma.gov
181 Hillman St., Bldg. #3, New Bedford, MA 02740
• What is your favorite season and why?
I love the Spring! It is always a welcome change from the cold, dark months of Winter. Watching the daffodils come back brings me so much joy.
• What is your main hobby outside of work?
I have always been a creative person, so I love most things art and crafts. I am a 3D digital artist, textile artist, and illustrator. I love to sew and crochet for fun.
• If you could only eat one type of food for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Indian food! The spices are delicious, and it is quite healthy!
• Do you have any pets? OR What is the most unusual pet you've had?
I had multiple dogs growing up. My most unusual pet would probably be a chicken I found wandering in my yard and took in for a day until we found the original owner.
• What color best describes your personality?
The best color to describe my personality is yellow! I am friendly and warm, but can be cautious!
• What is your favorite part about working at the PRB?
The sense of community found in the people who work with our department is wonderful. New Bedford has a vibrant community that I am excited to be a part of!
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