About Lincoln Community Center
Our values explicitly state the beliefs, principles, and values that Lincoln Community Center wishes to model for the children, adults, staff, community, and Board of Directors. The descriptors represent the living history of LCC.
Our Facility
Our historic building blends the amenities we’ve always offered to Troy, like a pool, playground, basketball courts, and classrooms, with modern spaces to accommodate today’s members. In 2021, the Center opened a 21,803 sq.ft. expansion. The addition includes a high school regulation gym, lobby/reception area, program and activities rooms, weight room with locker rooms, storage space, staff offices, conference room, and a concession area.
Core Values
Safe Haven
Educating, informing, and uplifting the Troy Community for over 150 years, the Lincoln Community Center’s Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers are committed to providing a safe haven for youth and adults alike who wish to participate in the many programs the Center has to offer. LCC will maintain a safe, non-threatening, and friendly environment for all.
Mentoring
LCC staff and volunteers often provide formal and informal mentoring support. By modeling compassion and understanding and by teaching personal growth, self-esteem, social responsibility, and goal-setting strategies, youth and adults are given the opportunity in which to learn, grow, and reach their full potential.
Diversity
Lincoln Community Center’s vision and mission offer educational, recreational, and mentoring opportunities for all ethnicities and age groups in the Troy community.
Affordability
LCC’s Board of Directors acknowledges a responsibility to ensure that the programs and activities at the Center are available to anyone regardless of income or ability to pay fees.
Community Collaboration
Lincoln Community Center is a vital piece of the Troy community – contributing to the quality of life of its citizens. Duties will include collaboration with area schools, the City of Troy, non-profit organizations, the business community, and other interested citizens and groups to ensure the center’s future success.
Leadership
Kim Rupert
Executive Director
Kim Rupert grew up in Troy, Ohio. She and her husband Dan have two adult daughters and three adopted boys still living at home. She went to Miami East High School, and got her Bachelor of Science in Education with an English minor at Wright State University. She completed her Master’s Degree in Administration at The University of Dayton. She has taught in private and public schools, been an adjunct professor, and has worked the last 20 years in non-profit administration as a consultant focusing on best practices, fundraising, fiscal responsibility and donor engagement. She has also served as a children’s advocate through Miami County CASA, various local and state agencies, and worked on foster care and kinship advocacy and reform. Dan and Kim enjoy international travel together, being with their family in the back yard, and camping with the boys.
Julio Herrera
Health, Safety and Fitness Manager
Julio Herrera, a native of Cali, Colombia, made the journey to the United States thirteen years ago. For the past fourteen years, he has shared his life with his wife Lydia Harger and their son Samuel David. Julio's background as a university athlete with a sports scholarship in track and field has fueled his passion for coaching. After graduating with a degree in sports sciences in 2003, Julio has a wealth of experience coaching track and field at universities and schools in his home country. Julio specializes in injury prevention for young athletes. Having transitioned to the U.S., Julio has dedicated his skills to two school districts in the Dayton area before settling in for an enriching tenure at the Lincoln Center. Throughout his time there, Julio has had the pleasure of connecting with many remarkable individuals. Julio's love for all types of food reflects his appreciation for the diverse culinary experiences life has to offer.
Board of Directors
Matt Levorchick, President – Director, Operations and Supply Chain, Nordson Corporation
Matt Frey, Vice President – Senior Manager of Materials & Planning, Collins Aerospace
Rachael Boezi, Secretary – Assistant Director, Hayner Cultural Center
Ted Zimmerman, Treasurer – Owner, Baird Electrical Manufacturing
Bryan Begg, Member – Owner, Bakehouse Breads
Karen Boone, Member – VP of Operations, Surgical Compensation and Consulting
Nevin Fessler, Member – Retired
Jeremy Hughes, Member – Educator, Troy City Schools
Bill Lutz, Member – Executive Director, New Path
Sue Knight, Member – Clerk of Council, City of Troy
Pat Morris, Member – Retired Teacher, Troy City Schools
