RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MARIA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING THE ADDITION OF THE NAME
JAMES “JIM” GLINESTO THE RESOURCE LIST FROM WHICH
NAMES ARE SELECTED FOR CITY FACILITIES, AND
APPROVING THE NAMING OF AN AVAILABLE PARK FROM
THE RESOURCE LIST OF FACILITIES
WHEREAS, on February 27, 2025, the Santa Maria community lost an icon of the business and community service with the passing of James “Jim” Glines; and
WHEREAS, “Jim” Glines has been a member of the Santa Maria community since childhood, growing up to be a well-known and respected businessman, local historian, and active supporter of local charities; and
WHEREAS, “Jim” Glines was one of the founders of the Community Bank of Santa Maria; and
WHEREAS, “Jim” Glines was known throughout the Santa Maria Valley for his support of local non-profit organizations by providing his professional auctioneer services, raising thousands of dollars for many important causes; and
WHEREAS, “Jim” Glines was an active member of Elks’ Lodge 1538 and the Elks’ Recreation Foundation, where he chaired the annual Elks’ Rodeo Queen Contest for 20 years , and in 2008 was recognized as the Elks’ Citizen of the Year; and
WHEREAS, “Jim” Glines also served the Santa Maria Valley and surrounding communities when he was appointed to the Santa Barbara County Fair Board of Directors by Governor Deukmejian; and
WHEREAS, the City Council sees it fitting to recognize James Glines for his service and to place his name upon a City Park, to memorialize his contributions to the residents of the City of Santa Maria.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Santa Maria, that the City Park at ___________________ shall now be known as;
JAMES “JIM” GLINES PARK
Recognizing James Glines for his dedicated service to the residents of the City of Santa Maria and countless contributions to the community. On behalf of all those that he served, we thank his family for sharing “Jim” with us all.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Recreation and Parks Commission of the City of Santa Maria held this 3rd day of June 2025.
ATTEST:
Chief Deputy City Clerk
Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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City Attorney
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
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Department Director
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City Manager