Ed Verner, president of the Plant City Photo Archives & History Center, announced James R. McDaniel as a new member of the center’s Advisory Council.
McDaniel is a graduate of Marshall High School, and received his bachelor’s degree in speech communication and English and his master’s degree in communication from the University of South Florida.
As community services director for Plant City, McDaniel was responsible for administration and implementation of all functions of the department. During his tenure, he served as project manager for projects and program activities funded by more than $20 million in grants, including $14 million under the Community Development Block Grant Program, and funds from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration for local public works projects.
McDaniel is a veteran of the U.S. Army. He is married to the former Denise Thompson, and they have six children and two grandchildren.