LEGISLATIVE ACTION ITEM
SPONSOR: City Council Member Jennifer Brahier
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NAMING THE BALL CREW BUILDING LOCATED AT ROGER SCOTT IN HONOR OF HERMAN JONES
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RECOMMENDATION:
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That City Council approve the naming of the Ball Crew Building at Roger Scott in honor of Herman Jones.
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HEARING REQUIRED: No Hearing Required
SUMMARY:
Mr. Jones was employed by the City for 25 plus years, working within Parks and Recreation serving as part of the ballfield crew, which at the time was a two-person crew who were tasked with the maintenance of 13 ballfields.
Mr. Jones was instrumental in the growth of the “ballfield crew,” in growing it to what it is to date. During his time with the City, Mr. Jones maintained or supervised the maintenance of the majority of fields, including practice fields, within the City.
The Roger Scott fields was a major project that he and his crew assisted in building, along with putting in all of the irrigation within the complex for the game fields.
Mr. Jones served as a mentor to many of his crew and for many years was an integral part of ensuring that practice fields and game fields alike were maintained and ready for play; to the enjoyment of countless youth within the city.
Mr. Jones was the “boots on the ground,” city employee that worked tirelessly whose time for recognition is now.
This proposal adds the name, Herman Jones, to the Ball Crew Building at Roger Scott.
PRIOR ACTION:
June 16, 2022 - Parks and Recreation Board approved this request
FUNDING:
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FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Any costs not borne by the requestor, or the requestor’s organization will be assumed by the Parks and Recreation Department
STAFF CONTACT:
Don Kraher, Council Executive
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Park Amenity Dedication Form - Ball Crew Building at Roger Scott
2) 6.16.22 Parks Board Meeting Minutes - Corrected Draft
PRESENTATION: No