Item 3C. Special Matters: Acknowledgement of Donations

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Superintendent's Recommendation:

NO ACTION REQUIRED; THIS ITEM IS FOR INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION.

Prepared By: Sierra Spicer-Zimmerman, Donor Relations and Volunteer Supervisor

Background:

Commissioners and/or staff are encouraged to report any special matters, awards, recognitions, or other acknowledgements at this time.

The Board wishes to acknowledge the following donations to the Park District of $500 or more made in the first quarter of 2024.

Vicki Young: $7,000 for a tribute bench at Hyland Hills Ski Area in memory of Scott Young
John Palka: $7,000 for a tribute bench at Elm Creek Park Reserve in memory of Yvonne Palka
Michael Stiegler: $5,000 for a tribute bench at Sochacki Park in memory of Jonathan Stiegler
Ivy Celender: $3,000 as an undesignated donation

The Three Rivers Park District Foundation provides ongoing support to the Park District through partnerships and directed donations. In the first quarter of 2024, the Three Rivers Park District Foundation conveyed $40,000 for various purposes, including:

Warren and Paul Weck: $13,000 directed to Forests Forever
William Lundberg: $10,000 directed to Richardson Nature Center
Cargill Salt Division: $10,000 directed to Parks and Trails for snow grooming equipment at Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve
Bill Hinkens: $7,000 for a tribute bench at Hyland Lake Park Reserve in memory of Mary and Alfred Hoedeman