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Seven Hills names Meyer Park baseball field for former Mayor Richard A. Gannon
Summary
The council adopted Resolution 10-20-26 to name the baseball field at Meyer Park 'Richard A. Gannon Senior Field.' A resident, Pierre Bijani, spoke in favor, citing Gannon's role establishing the park and his Lebanese heritage.
The Seven Hills City Council voted to adopt Resolution 10-20-26, naming the baseball field at Meyer Park "Richard A. Gannon Senior Field" and declaring the designation an emergency measure.
Resident Pierre Bijani addressed the council in support of the naming, saying, "My name is Pierre Bijani. I'm a resident of Seventh Hills, proud resident of 7 Hills... I appreciate this initiative of making this resolution 10-20-26... As naming the ballpark, the Meyer Park as Richard Gannon Field. Everybody knows that Richard Gannon was the mayor, former mayor of the city." Bijani noted Mayor Gannon’s role in initiating the park and said he was proud of honoring Gannon’s Lebanese ancestry.
Council members spoke in support during the discussion, with several members recalling playing at Valleywood Park and describing Mayor Gannon's efforts to secure park land and amenities. Councilman Morrow moved to adopt Resolution 10-20-26 as an emergency measure; the motion was seconded and the resolution was adopted with no opposition recorded on the floor.
The transcript records the council’s approval and the public comment in favor but does not include a formal dedication date, plaque language, or details on signage or ceremonies.
