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Editorial: Cooper’s dedication deserves a dedication; name a park after him
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Melvin Cooper speaks during an interview at the Gainesville Civic Center on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018. Cooper retired after 47 years working for the city and 30 years as parks director. - photo by Austin Steele
It’s not often someone sticks with a job for 47 years.