File #: 2021-2798    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Resolution Status: Preliminary Item
File created: 6/25/2021 In control: PECS-Planning, Economic Development & Community Services Committee
On agenda: 8/10/2021 Final action:
Title: Commission District(s): 3 and 6 To Rename Intrenchment Creek Park to Michelle Obama Park
Attachments: 1. Substitute 2021 07.27 Item 2021-2798

Substitute

Public Hearing:  YES      NO                                                   Department: Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs                                     

 

SUBJECT: 

Title

Commission District(s): 3 and 6

To Rename Intrenchment Creek Park to Michelle Obama Park

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Information Contact: Chuck O. Ellis, Director RPCA

Phone Number: 404-371-2475

 

PURPOSE:

To obtain the Board of Commissioners approval to rename Intrenchment Creek Park to Michelle Obama Park.

 

NEED/IMPACT:

The Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs Department seeks BOC approval to rename Intrenchment Creek Park to Michelle Obama Park. Mrs. Obama, the First Lady of the United States from 2009-2016, is a compassionate and impactful advocate for children, recreation, and fitness. RPCA and the community would like to honor her by naming the park located at 2055 Bouldercrest Road to the Michelle Obama Park.

 

FISCAL IMPACT:

No fiscal impact.

 

RECOMMENDATION:

Recommended Action

To approve the renaming of Intrenchment Creek Park to the Michelle Obama Park and authorize the Chief Executive Officer to execute all necessary documents to completion.