Former Fargo Park Board Executive Director Dave Leker is suing the district, claiming age-based discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination. Leker, who was fired in 2023 after a performance improvement plan, alleges he was unfairly targeted due to his age (59) and residency. The lawsuit, filed on March 12, 2025, states that Leker, a 22-year veteran of the district, was subject to public humiliation and a hostile work environment. Despite filing charges of age discrimination and retaliation with the EEOC, Leker claims he has not received any job offers after applying for over 100 positions. Leker’s attorney demands a trial by jury as the case progresses. Interestingly, Leker had previously served as interim director after the sudden departure of Joel Vettel, though the reasons for Vettel’s resignation remain undisclosed. Stay tuned for updates on Leker’s lawsuit against the Fargo Park District. For more details, you can read the full documents on both Leker and Vettel’s situations.
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