LEGISLATIVE ACTION ITEM
SPONSOR: City Council Member Casey Jones
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TREE PLANTING AND MEMORIAL PLAQUE AT MALLORY HEIGHTS PARK # 3 IN MEMORY OF FRANK CUTRONE
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RECOMMENDATION:
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That City Council approve the Scenic Highway Foundation’s request to plant a tree and place a plaque in Mallory Heights Park #3 in memory of Frank Cutrone. Further that the tree and plaque will be purchased by the Foundation. This request was approved by the Parks & Recreation Board 6-0 with 3 absent.
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HEARING REQUIRED: No Hearing Required
SUMMARY:
In accordance with City Code 2-3-2 (formerly 2-3-3) - Naming City Property - a request was made by Gena Buchanan, President of the Scenic Highway Foundation, asking permission for the placement of a tree and plaque within Mallory Heights Park #3 in memory of Frank Cutrone.
Within the application, President Buchanan stated: Frank Cutrone serve the community faithfully as Treasurer of the Scenic Highway Foundation, Inc. for seventeen years. His dedication to the enhancement and preservation of the Pensacola Scenic Bluffs Highway may be seen up and down the highway corridor. Frank Cutrone leaves a legacy of lasting significance to the entire community.
During her presentation to the Parks and Recreation Board, President Buchanan added that Mr. Cutrone loved volunteering and headed up several projects including Park and Ride. Mr. Cutrone passed away on October 1, 2020.
The Parks & Rec Board approved the request 6-0 with 3 absent.
PRIOR ACTION:
December 17, 2020 - Parks and Rec Board approved the request
FUNDING:
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FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None - cost to be borne by the Scenic Highway Foundation
STAFF CONTACT:
Don Kraher, Council Executive
ATTACHMENTS:
1) 20-12-17 Unapproved P&R Brd mins.
2) Park Amenity Dedication Proposal Form - Mallory Heights Park #3
PRESENTATION: No