President, Madeleine O'Callaghan's address to council July 27, 2011Mayor Adams charged us in his 'state of Sedona speech - "we must work together as a community for the greater good of Sedona" And Most importantly, we must be prepared to move beyond the status quo and into the future with a strong vision and unity in our goals!! Tonight we need to keep those goals before us. As President of Friends of the Posse Grounds I remind you that our Public Private Partnership with the city continues. This is not the time to be faint of heart. Know that we stand ready to help the city and staff resolve the questions and concerns regarding the building of Barbara's Park. We firmly believe they can be resolved. We our selves did over 6 months of due diligence before engaging in the current design to see that all the communities concerns were addressed. Trust us,we as well as you, want this facility and renewed park land to truly be the "Jewell in the Crown" Hundreds of supporters and donors have been steadfast at our side as we have moved through the amazing process of city and community meetings to get to today, with an approved set of plans that have gone out to bid. You have a history of that support in the note book we gave each of you. You have heard from many of our community residents entertainers, teachers, and theater directors,that they desire the completion of this project and how they will use . We will gather in small groups - the CUP is for the daytime use for a maximum of 300 people in casual blanket picnic style seating. The facility will provide shade for the audience as well as complete shelter from the elements for the entertainers. It has restrooms, performer rooms, and storage. I want to leave you with the words of two of our supporters, "Public parks can unite a community and create a bond of identity" Sunny Larsen. and from Claudia Tulip. Barbara's Park speaks to and serves Sedona's core strengths of inspiration, creativity, beauty and wisdom. Barbara's Park is a great gift to and of the Sedona community. It deserves it's place in the sun. I ask that tonight you follow the tradition of past councils and commissions and give this project a unanimous vote to move it forward. Thank you - |
Meet Barbara's Park - A new community park for all of us!
- Imagine a park surrounded by views of Sedona's Red Rocks, where a community can gather to enjoy time with family and friends.
- Envision a place where people come to create and participate in special events, recitals, and classes.
- Discover an environmentally friendly covered stage where opportunities for musical and theotrical shows will come alive.
- Realize the vision of creating a meeting ground for all members of our community.
At Barbara's Park, this dream can become a reality!
Glimpse the Future
Conceptual Renderings by Reagan Word
