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Rotary Club presents plan for Miracle League field, seeks city partnership and long-term lease
Summary
Members of the Madison West–Middleton Rotary Club asked the Verona Common Council for permission to work with city staff on a potential long-term lease and fundraising to build a Miracle League field at Hemlock Street fields, estimating fundraising needs between $2.5 million and $3 million and a multi-year timeline.
The Madison West–Middleton Rotary Club asked the Verona Common Council on April 28 to allow club leaders and Miracle League of Dane County representatives to work with city staff on a potential long-term lease and development plan for an accessible Miracle League baseball field at the Hemlock Street fields.
The Rotary presenters said they are not asking the council for a decision tonight but want the chance to “test the waters” and work with staff on a plan. “We would like to enter into a long term lease with the city of Verona for specific land,” a Rotary club representative said, asking staff member Jamie to provide details of potential parcels.
The Miracle League’s builder and longtime program leader, Greg Sweeney, described the league’s mission and experience in Dane County and urged council members to visit the existing facility in Cottage Grove. “It’s time to let…
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