Department of Parks and Recreation
Reference: Approval of Beverly Palmer Memorial Parkway Resolution
To: Mayor Gregory Mills and Members of City Council
Through: Michael P. Martinez, City Manager
Prepared By: Travis Haines, Director of Parks and Recreation
Date Prepared: November 14, 2023
PURPOSE
Requesting City Council approval of a resolution approving the placement of a plaque on Memorial Parkway recognizing Beverly Palmer for her service to the Brighton Community.
BACKGROUND
Beverly Palmer served on Brighton City Council, Ward II in 2000. Her goal was to establish a formal Historic Preservation Commission for the City, which she successfully achieved. She worked to celebrate her neighbor’s contribution to Brighton’s history.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The purchase and installation of the plaque, stone, and landscape of a memorial along the path in Memorial Parkway costs approximately $1,500 and will come from the Parks and Recreation capital fund. Funding is available yearly for projects of this nature.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approving the resolution to place a plaque on Memorial Parkway honoring Beverly Palmer for her service to the Brighton community.
OPTIONS FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
Ø Approve as presented
Ø Reject the recommendation
ATTACHMENTS
Ø Resolution
Ø Petition