HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022 05 23 Consent 303 - Donation for Sam Smith ParkCONSENT AGENDA ITEM 303
CITY COMMISSION AGENDA | MAY 23, 2022 REGULAR MEETING
TITLE
Donation for Sam Smith Park
SUMMARY
Karen Brook has offered to donate $20,000 of Tuscawilla Pioneer Garden Club
funding to Sam Smith's Park to cover the construction costs for "Sam's Deck",
the new deck at the park, and to honor her parents, Mary and Gary Brook. A
plaque will be placed at the site honoring the donation and Mary and Gary
Brook.
Over the years, the Tuscawilla Pioneer Garden Club, and Mary and Gary
Brook, performed acts of beautification throughout the park which has been
enjoyed by many of residents. Their efforts were not confined to the park
itself. Mary was fully involved with the community. She was the Chairperson
of the Tuscawilla Lighting and Beautification District Advisory Committee,
President of the Tuscawilla Pioneer Garden Club, volunteered at the Winter
Springs Police Department as a Citizen on Patrol, a contributor to the
Tuscawilla Today Newsletter, coordinated the community holiday wreaths
and provided Luminaries for the entrance fountains and neighborhoods in
Tuscawilla. Gary was very active in the community as well. He was the
Treasurer for the Tuscawilla Homeowners Association, Chairman of the Unit
12/12A Wall Committee, Vice-Chairman of the City of Winter Springs Bicycle
and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, provider of Luminaries and a Citizen on
Patrol with the Winter Springs Police Department.
Presentation to be held at first Commission meeting in June.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends Commission approve accepting Donation of $20,000 from
Karen Brook to be dedicated for 'Sam's Deck" at Sam Smith Park. Additionally,
staff recommends authorizing the City Manager and City Attorney prepare
and execute any and all documents consistent with this agenda item.
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