HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-03-16; Parks & Recreation Commission; 0309-5; Marley White donation to Carrillo Ranch ParkPARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION - AGENDA BILL
AB#0309-5
MTG. DATE:
STAFF:
3/16/09
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ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION
FROM MARLEY WHITE
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ACTION
RECOMMENDED ACTION :
Receive a report on the Marley White donation and recommend acceptance by the City Council
in the amount of five thousand dollars ($5,000).
ITEM EXPLANATION :
Marley White has served diligently as a docent at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park since its
opening in 2003. Marley freely shares her passion and knowledge of the rich history of the ranch
as a tour guide for scheduled weekend tours, as well as leading 4th Grade California History and
Art Program school tours. She has contributed countless volunteer hours to the park, and has
enjoyed teaching hundreds of children and adults the importance of our local history in relation to
Leo Carrillo and his historic Rancho de los Quiotes.
On March 5, 2009, Parks & Recreation staff was presented with a donation to the Carrillo Ranch
Fund from Ms. White in the amount of $5,000. Staff periodically receives donations from visitors,
but those of this magnitude are extremely rare. Ms. White made this generous donation with the
stipulation that it be used in part to modify the existing picnic shade structure with a windscreen
to provide a more comfortable location for park visitors to relax on a hot summer days. The
remainder of the donation may be used for other park projects as needed.
The City of Carlsbad Parks and Recreation Department wishes to acknowledge Marley White's
generosity of both her time, talent and her monetary donation. A letter of appreciation was sent
on behalf of the Parks and Recreation Department to express our gratitude.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The donation from Marley White in the amount of $5,000 will be deposited into the Carrillo Ranch
Fund to be used for future purposes related to the development, operation, and maintenance of
Carrillo Ranch. These funds will be appropriated at an upcoming meeting of the City Council for
specific park projects including a windscreen shade structure for existing picnic area, a new
exhibit case for interpretive displays, and a log splitter to assist staff with firewood for the visitor
center.
EXHIBITS:
None.