Alan Moss, who during 28 years in the Parks Department under three Mayors held a string of top positions including General Counsel and First Deputy Commissioner, died Dec. 17 at age 87 following a brief illness.
He introduced the first system rating park cleanliness and safety, the Parks Inspection Program, to bring greater accountability, an idea later replicated in other cities including San Francisco. He also oversaw the purchase of thousands of acres of wetlands to protect wildlife and the natural ecosystem.
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