HomeMy WebLinkAbout12 MEMORIAL PLAQUES 07-15-96NO. 12
7-15-96
DATE:
July 15, 1996
Inter-Com
TO: WILLIAM A. HUSTON, ' CITY MANAGER
FROM: COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
S.UBJECT: POLICY FOR DEDICATING & PLACING MEMORIAL PLAQUES
AT PARK AND RECREATION FACILITIES
SUMMARY:
A policy for dedicating and placing memorial plaques at park and
recreation facilities was developed by the Parks and Recreation
Commission at the request of the city Council. Park naming
guidelines have also been revised and included for adoption.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the dedicating policy and revised park naming guidelines.
BACKGROUND:
While the City adopted guidelines for naming parks in 1989, there
is no policy regarding the dedication or placing of memorial
plaques at park and recreation facilities. In February, 1996 the
City Council requested that the Parks and Recreation Commission
develop a policy. A subcommittee of the Commission made up of
Commissioners Ken Eckman, A1 Murray and Ken Royal was formed to
study the issue. The policy developed by that subcommittee and
endorsed by the Commission is presented for City Council approval.
DISCUSSION:
While developing the dedicating policy, the subcommittee expressed
concern that existing City programs may accomplish the same goals
as the proposed dedicating program. Memorializing requests could
be referred to "A Tree Grows in Tustin," the City's tree donation
program. For a tax deductible donation of $125 donors receive a
certificate of recognition and an.engraved nameplate attached to a
plaque at City Hall. Donations pay for program supplies and
supplement the Field Service Division's tree replacement budget.
In addition, the Commission recently developed the Adopt-A-Park
program to allow community grqups, businesses and residents to join
the~City in enhancing and expanding park programs. Participants
can have recognition signage placed at designated parks.
S~y:
Until now there has not ~een a consistent procedure or policy
regarding requests for dedicating or placing memorial plaques at
park and recreation facilities. The proposed dedicating policy was
developed by a subcommittee of the Parks and Recreation Commission
using input from other Orange County cities
Additionally, the Commission recommends that the City Council
remind residents that existing programs also provide recognition
opportunities. The Community Services Department manages a
memorial tree program and the recently implemented "Adopt-A-Park,,
program.
Recreation SuperIntendent
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Park Naming Guidelines
Policy for Dedicating & Placing Memorial Plaques at
Park & Recreation Facilities
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PARK NAMING GUIDELINES
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The City of Tustin is the "City of Trees." Whenever appropriate, parks should be named'
for a tree.
When a tree name is not available or suitable, and whenever appropriate, park names
involving a ranch theme could be used.
Since Peters Canyon Wash runs through East Tustin, a canyon theme could be used for
parks developed in the Peters Canyon area.
If a person pays for a park's development in its entirety, the park could be named for
them or the name of their choice, as approved by the City Council.
If none of the guidelines above are applicable, the park could be named for a street
location.
Proposed park names will be reviewed at a regular' meeting of the Park and Recreation
Commission. The Commission will then forward a recommendation to City Council for
final approval. '
POLICY FOR DEDICATING & PLACING MEMORIAL PLAQUES
AT PARK AND RECRF~TION FACILITIES
PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to establish a consistent procedure for dedicating and placing
memorial plaques at City park and recreational facilities.
.GENERAL GUIDELINES
I. PROCEDURE
A standing subcommittee of three members shall be established from current
members of the Parks and Recreation Commission.
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All requests to dedicate or place memorial plaques at park facilities shall be
submitted to the subcommittee to provide recommendations to the City Council
for final action. Requests must be Sponsored by a Tustin Resident or sponsor.
In a special session the subcommittee will evaluate proposed candidate
applications and provide recommendations for the placement of dedication
plaques.
Exceptional situations may require deviations from this general policy. The
subcommittee may, in the best interests of the community, deviate from these
guidelines and make appropriate recommendations.
II. CRITERIA
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Recognizing the sensitive nature of this issue, proposed candidates should be as
non-controversial as possible and meet the following criteria:
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Candidate has provided significant or long term service to the nation or the
community.
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Candidate has given his life in service to the nation, state or community.
Candidate has been a positive role model.
4. Candidate has achieved some measure of distinction within the community.
All requests submitted for consideration shall be accompanied by substantiating
documentation. ExamPles of appropriate documentation would include letters of
recommendation and records of achievement or service awards.
III. REGULATIONS
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Plaques shall be bronze with a maXimum size of 10" X 12". Design and wording
of plaques shall be submitted to the subcommittee for approval. Standard wording
shall include "In memory of" or "In honor of."
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Candidate sponSors shall be responsible for the cost of plaques. The City will
assume responsibility for installation.
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The City assumes no responsibility for the replacement or repair of plaques but
will assume normal maintenance.
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Plaques may be placed system-wide throughout city facilities. Individual requests
for placement of plaques will be reviewed by the subcommittee.
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