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Public Service:
David Parks was elected to fill the unexpired term of Commissioner William R. Myers (father of the developer of Myers Park). Following that term, he was re-elected to serve two additional terms.
During his Administration:
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Mayor David Parks
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- Gas lights were installed on Charlotte streets.
- The North Carolina Military Institute was built at Morehead Street and South Boulevard. (The building is the current site of the Central Y.M.C.A.)
- The first brick fire house was built
- The first fire engine was purchased for $350
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