Bill Type and Number:  Ordinance 2007-126

 

Sponsor:  Council Member Yates

 

Date of Introduction:  February 13, 2007

 

Committee(s) of Reference:  R; ECID

 

Date of Analysis:  February 15, 2007

 

Type of Action:  Playground Naming

 

Bill Summary:  This bill names the playground located at James P. Small Park (1260 West 8th Street) the “Eugene M. Glover Playground” in recognition of Mr. Glover’s long career of service to the City.  The Dept. of Parks, Recreation, Entertainment and Conservation is requested to erect a marker in accordance with such designation.

 

Background Information:  Eugene Glover worked 42 years for the City’s Dept. of Parks and Recreation in a variety of capacities, particularly at James P. Small Park.  The intent is to commemorate Mr. Glover’s life and career, and the positive influence he had on generations of Jacksonville’s youth.

 

Policy Impact Area:  Parks and Recreation; Namings and Memorials

 

Fiscal Impact:  Undetermined

 

Analyst:  Campbell