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Darwin Hindman
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Mayor Darwin Hindman of Columbia, Missouri
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| Mayor of Columbia, Missouri | |
| In office April 1995 – April 2010 |
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Darwin Alexander Hindman
April 30, 1933 Columbus, Ohio |
| Died | June 17, 2019 (aged 86) Columbia, Missouri |
| Spouse | Axie Hindman |
| Education | University of Missouri (B.A., J.D.) |
| Profession | Attorney |
Darwin Alexander Hindman (born April 30, 1933 – died June 17, 2019) was an important American politician. He served as the mayor of Columbia, Missouri for 15 years, from 1995 to 2010. During his time as mayor, he helped Columbia get money to encourage people to bike and walk instead of driving. He also won an award for promoting healthy communities, alongside mayors like Michael Bloomberg of New York City. Many people called him the "Father of the Katy Trail," a famous biking and walking path.
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Early Life and Learning
Darwin Hindman was born in Columbus, Ohio in 1933. His family moved to Columbia, Missouri, when he was just two years old. He went to the University of Missouri. There, he studied political science and later earned a law degree.
Before becoming a lawyer, Hindman served in the United States Air Force. He was a pilot and flew both bombers and transport planes. He completed two tours of active duty in the Air Force.
Making a Difference in Columbia
Darwin Hindman was very active in his community. He was part of many groups that worked to make Columbia and Missouri better places.
Supporting Trails and Transportation
He was a big supporter of building paths for walking and biking. He believed these paths would help people get around without always needing a car. He was a leader in groups like the Missouri Rails-to-Trails Coalition. He also chaired the Katy Trail Coalition. The Katy Trail is a very long path built on old railroad lines, popular for biking and walking.
Promoting Healthy Communities
As mayor, Hindman helped Columbia get a lot of money from the government. This money was used to start projects that encouraged people to bike and walk more. This helped make Columbia a healthier city. He also supported other modern ideas, like recycling programs and rules against smoking in public places.
Awards and Recognition
Darwin Hindman received several awards for his hard work and dedication:
- Columbia Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Citizen of the Year
- University of Missouri Faculty Alumni
- Chevron Times Mirror Publications Citizen Conservation
- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial Association award
- Leadership for Healthy Communities Award (2009)
