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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - May 20, 2015 C-05AGENDA ITEM C015 CITY OF LODI COUNCIL COMMUNICATION TM AGENDA TITLE: Accept Memorial Tree and Plaque Donation from Dennis and Carol Callahan MEETING DATE: May 20, 2015 PREPARED BY: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director RECOMMENDED ACTION: Accept memorial tree and plaque donation from Dennis and Carol Callahan. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: On Saturday, February 21, 2015, Park Superintendent Steve Dutra met with Mr. Dennis Callahan regarding a request for a memorial tree project at Peterson Park. Mr. Callahan offered to purchase a 24" box Autumn Blaze Maple that would be planted as part of the 2015 Peterson Park Arbor Day community event. Park Superintendent Dutra detailed how Mr. Callahan could secure support and approval for the project, a proposed location was discussed, possible project costs were discussed and a proposed time line was developed. On Tuesday, March 10, 2015, City Staff received a project request email from Mr. Callahan outlining his wishes for the memorial tree and plaque project. On Saturday, April 11, 2015, the 24" box Maple tree was planted at Peterson Park as part of the Arbor Day event. At the May 5, 2015, Parks and Recreation Commission meeting, the Commission voted to accept this donation and recommended that City Council support the project. FISCAL IMPACT: FUNDING AVAILABLE JMR:tl cc: City Attorney This project is estimated to cost $600. Mr. and Mrs. Callahan has agreed to provide all necessary funding. Purchased with donated funds from Mr. and Mrs. Callahan ���%SIL- Jeff Dirrrrarks, Services APPROVED: tep n 5chwabauer, City Manager