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CITY OF RIVERSIDE OCT 0 3 2023
CITY-OWNED LAND, BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES
NAMING/RENAMING APPLICATION City of Riverside
City Clerk's Office
Names for City-owned land, buildings and facilities located in the City may be nominated by any member of the community. Proposed names must be in accordance with established policy guidelines for naming/renaming of City-owned land, buildings and facilities.
Name being nominated:
Tim Strack Park
City-owned amenity proposed to be named/renamed (check all that apply):
Land V Building Facility
Address/Location of amenity l Dorado Park
What significance does the nominated name have in relation to amenity proposed to be named (check all that applies)?
Neighborhood Geographic _ - Topographic
Historic Cultural_ Individual
Explain significance in detail (attach additional sheets and backup documents such as resumes of individuals, minutes of agency meetings, next of kin endorsement as appropriate and as necessary):
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Nominated By: Ana Martin
Address: 1945 orlando Drive
(951) 582-1032
Phone:
E-mail: anakmartin 16gmail.com
Cullitel 10/1/2023
Signature: Date:
Submit Application to: City Clerk, 3900 Main Street, Riverside, CA 92522 City of Riverside Land, Buildings and Facilities Naming/Renaming Application Fom To whom it may concern:
On behalf of the community surrounding El Dorado Park, I am writing this letter to respectfully request the renaming of El Dorado Park in honor of the late City of Riverside Fire Department Captain, Tim Strack.
On April 1, 2023, the City of Riverside lost Fire Captain Tim Strack. As a selfless community leader, Captain Strack proudly served the City of Riverside with great honor for 28 years. He was President of the Riverside City Firefighters' Association, Local 1067 for 21 years and an advocate for every frontline firefighter as California Professional Firefighters 1st District Vice President for 10 years.
Captain Strack led a life that revolved around public service and giving back to the community he loved. Captain Strack was best known for his big heart, big spirit, big sense of adventure, and above all, his courage, dedication, and commitment to fellow firefighters across the nation.
Since his sudden and unexpected passing, there has been a collaborative effort to memorialize his sacrifice and service to the City of Riverside. With this opportunity present, the renaming of El Dorado Park serves as an opportunity to keep his legacy alive in the community.
Tucked away in a quiet Arlanza neighborhood, El Dorado Park is an 8.47-acre park that spans across 8 streets and cul-de-sacs. Over the years, the park the park has been utilized to host several soccer tournaments for local community members. With its open space and trail, the park is enjoyed by residents take a stroll and walk their pets.
Recently, the City Council and the Parks and Recreation Department has made a commitment and investment to beautify the park as part of the El Dorado Park Master Plan. By utilizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding, and Measure Z funding, the park will be revitalized through the extension of the current trail, addition of fitness stations, age-appropriate playgrounds, and lighting enhancements.
Given city staff's appreciable investment and plan in place, it is an honor of mine to respectfully request the consideration to commemorate Captain Strack's legacy in the community through the renaming of El Dorado Park to Tim Strack Park.
Respectfully submitted,
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Ana Martin