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Council names new park at 652 W. 2nd Street "Cook Park"
Summary
The Galesburg City Council approved a resolution naming the park at 652 W. 2nd Street "Cook Park," citing the site's history as part of the former Cook School campus; council voted 6-0 to adopt the resolution.
The Galesburg City Council voted to name a newly developed city park at 652 W. 2nd Street "Cook Park." City staff said the site was part of the former Cook School campus and that citizens and neighbors recommended the name to link the park with local history.
"Staff is recommending approval of naming the new park development ... 652 W. 2nd Street Cook Park," staff said during the presentation. Staff noted the city purchased the property in 2022 and is closing in on construction bids with work expected to begin in summer and continue through the end of the year.
Council discussion emphasized the park's community value and historical connections. One council member said the name was "totally appropriate" and praised local volunteers and project leaders. The council approved the resolution (25 20 0 7) on a 6-0 vote.
City staff indicated this naming is the first step in a larger project that will return with construction bids and further updates; no construction contract was voted on at this meeting.
