Greater Vallejo Recreation District Appoints Rita Fryar to Board

Fryar brings over 20 years of federal service experience to the board

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

The Greater Vallejo Recreation District (GVRD) announced the appointment of Rita Fryar to its Board of Directors. Fryar was appointed by the Vallejo City Council to fill a vacancy created when Tom Starnes resigned in January. Fryar's term will run until December 2, 2027.

Why it matters

The GVRD oversees parks, recreation centers, and community programs in the city of Vallejo. Fryar's appointment brings new expertise and perspectives to the board as it works to serve the Vallejo community.

The details

Fryar holds a Master of Public Administration and has over 20 years of experience in federal service, including roles on Capitol Hill, at the Social Security Administration, and at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. She is currently the founder and principal consultant of RSF Compliance, LLC, where she partners with health organizations to strengthen compliance, improve operations, and better serve their communities.

  • Fryar was appointed to the GVRD Board of Directors on February 24, 2026.
  • Fryar's term will run until December 2, 2027.

The players

Rita Fryar

Newly appointed member of the Greater Vallejo Recreation District Board of Directors.

Tom Starnes

Former member of the Greater Vallejo Recreation District Board of Directors who resigned in January.

Gabriel Lanusse

General Manager of the Greater Vallejo Recreation District.

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What they’re saying

“It will be nice to have a full board again; we welcome Rita to the board and look forward to the fresh perspectives she will bring to GVRD.”

— Gabriel Lanusse, General Manager, Greater Vallejo Recreation District (timesheraldonline.com)

The takeaway

Fryar's appointment to the GVRD Board of Directors brings valuable experience in public service and healthcare compliance that will help the board better serve the Vallejo community through its parks, recreation centers, and community programs.